Senior Quality Inspector

At Layup Parts, our mission is simple: deliver composite parts at unprecedented speed. We're not just another composites shop—we're a technology-first manufacturing startup that's revolutionizing how composite tooling and parts are made for the aerospace, defense, and motorsports industries. Our customers are developing tomorrow's high-tech products, and we are building technology to accelerate their success. We're looking for an experienced Quality Inspector who's passionate about precision and wants to play a key role in building the infrastructure of modern manufacturing. You'll be hands-on in a dynamic, cross-functional environment helping us deliver quality at speed.

What You'll Do

• Inspect composite parts, molds, and tooling—both for internal use and customer delivery
• Document and report findings clearly for internal teams and external stakeholders
• Support and improve our Quality Management System (AS9100-style)
• Perform receiving inspections and verify incoming materials meet spec
• Track and document non-conformances and coordinate rework and disposition
• Input inspection data into our MES (Matrix) and help refine our digital tools
• Collaborate with production, software, and engineering to raise quality and reduce defects

What We're Looking For

• Be awesome! Be the kind of person you want to work with!
• A sharp eye for detail and a high standard for precision and consistency
• Hands-on experience with inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.)
• Comfortable reading engineering drawings and applying GD&T
• Familiar with AS9100 or similar QMS standards
• Able to clearly document and communicate quality issues
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities

Preferred

• 3+ years in quality/inspection in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Familiar with 3D surface scanning, PolyWorks, or similar tools
• Experience with MES, ERP, PLM, or QMS platforms (Matrix, Jira, NX, NetSuite, etc.)
• Know how to handle First Article Inspections from start to finish

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing on the production floor, alongside lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times

Pay

Hourly Range: $29 - $40 per hour. Final compensation is based on your experience, skills, and what you bring to the table.

Benefits

• Equity Option Grants: Most full-time team members receive stock options - because we believe in shared success.
• Full Benefits Package: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, short- and long-term disability insurance, company-paid life insurance, 401k plan.
• Time Off That Respects Your Time: Competitive PTO plan with paid vacation, holidays, and leave options.