DQR Certified Aerospace Quality Inspector

Company: HORST ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING CO
Location: East Hartford
Posted on: February 7, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description The Senior Inspector is primarily responsible for inspecting and recording dimensions of aerospace components. Ensuring product and certification conformance to blueprint and customer specifications. Must have an active GE or Collins DQR Certification or can achieve recertification. This role is 100% in office at our plant in East Hartford, CT. At HORST we offer a variety of benefits including but not limited to: Competitive PTO PackagePaid Company Holidays401K Match ProgramMedical, Dental, Vision BenefitsTuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program Major Areas of Responsibility: - Perform full inspections; ability to conduct first piece inspections. - Inspect and record dimensions per process sheets, inspection reports, blueprints and any other applicable documentation. - Review process certifications. - Visual and dimensional inspection. - Utilize appropriate micrometers, calipers, gages and other inspection equipment as required. - Work to resolve customer issues. - Work with internal teams to resolve any technical issues. - Ability to work both independently, utilizing good judgement and as a team. Requirements: - A.S. degree in related engineering or technical discipline or equivalent experience. - Minimum of 5 years of experience. - Experience with GE Aviation, Raytheon Technologies (Collins Aerospace/Pratt & Whitney Aircraft), and other aerospace OEM customers is required. - Understanding of First Article Inspection Reports (FAI) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) reports. ECAV reports and submissions. - Familiar with major customer supplier portals including GE Aviation and Raytheon Technologies. - Familiar with Flight Safety and other critical component processes including ESA, VSE, SPS. - Strong information technology skills especially related to inspection measuring and test equipment, digital gaging, and quality systems. - Familiarity with export compliance requirements including DFAR and ITAR. Compensation details: 33-38 Hourly Wage PI1e989e304078-25405-38732976

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