Quality Inspector
Layup Parts
Quality Assurance
Huntington Beach, CA, USA
USD 25-32 / hour + Equity
Posted on Nov 26, 2025
At Layup Parts, our mission is simple: deliver high-quality composite parts faster than our competition can return a quote. We’re not just another composite shop, instead, we’re a technology-first manufacturing startup that’s revolutionizing how composite tooling and parts are made for the aerospace and defense industries. Our customers are developing tomorrow's high-tech products, and we are building technology to accelerate their success using scalable automation.
We’re looking for a Quality Inspector who’s passionate about precision and wants to play an important role supporting 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, machined, or assembled parts using basic measuring tools
- Review parts against drawings, work instructions, and inspection checklists
- Document and report findings clearly for internal teams and external stakeholders
- 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
- Support on packaging and fulfillment to help move parts out the door with speed
- 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!
- Have an eagerness and willingness to learn and grow within a quality or manufacturing career path
- Possess a sharp eye for detail and a high standard for precision and consistency
- Be comfortable entering data quickly and accurately into systems
- Hands-on experience with inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.)
- Proficient computer and written skills, including email communication and Microsoft Office
- Able to clearly document and communicate quality issues
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on production environment
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted
- Ability to perform physical tasks as needed, standing for extended periods, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying in a manufacturing environment.
Preferred:
- 1+ years in quality or inspection in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Familiar with AS9100 or similar QMS standards
- Familiar with 3D surface scanning, metrology software or similar tools
- Experience with MES, ERP, PLM, or QMS platforms
- Know how to handle First Article Inspections from start to finish
- Comfortable reading engineering drawings and applying GD&T
Why Layup Parts?
You’ll be part of a small, fast, and tight-knit team tackling real engineering challenges every day. If you’re ready to work hard, move fast, and push boundaries, you’ll fit right in.
Equal Opportunity
Layup is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
ITAR Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
25 - 32 USD
Hourly: $25- $32 Final compensation is based on your experience, skills, and what you bring to the table.
Equity Option Grants: Most full-time team members receive stock options
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.
