Quality Control Inspector
Date: Mar 19, 2026
Location: West Babylon, NY, US, 11704
Company: Magellan
Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, and defence and space agencies worldwide. At Magellan we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value.
Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual and invest in our employees.
When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team!
Salary Range: $22.00 to $24.00 per hour.
Weekend Shift: Friday–Monday weekend shift (4×8 hrs, 32 hrs worked, 40 hrs paid)
Hours: Fri & Mon 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Sat & Sun 6 AM- 2:30 PM
Position Summary:
The Quality Control Inspector is responsible for making sure a product meets the customers’ expectations in a variety of ways, supports the company managers, the engineers in day-to-day factory floor activities, issues with customers and suppliers, as well as Quality assurance. The Inspector will measure and monitor key quality characteristics of the process before product goes out to the customer on floor activities. The Quality Control Inspector is responsible for assisting Quality Assurance in ensuring specifications are met, assisting in external/internal audit preparations, and day-to-day tasks.
Essential Responsibilities:
• Review completed Route Cards for completeness, and compliance.
• Communicate internally and with customers to resolve issues, such as count discrepancies, defects, etc.
• Performs contract review through the comparison of customer requirements to internal documentation.
• Review certifications after order completion prior to releasing to customer.
• Assists in the review of specification, procedural and route card changes as required.
• Perform incoming gauge check of customers gauges daily if required, and maintain calibration for external gauges.
•Follow all applicable company and/or customer supplied procedures and policies.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area.
• Verifies all route cards are accurate and complete from release to final inspection.
• Verifies all customer specific recording and reporting is complete and accurate.
• Thoroughly inspect parts before releasing to packaging.
• Perform internal audits and supports external supplier quality audits.
• Ability to delegate any reworks needed at final inspection.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisory personnel.
• Drives zero defect using various quality, lean, and continuous improvement tools department.
• Read and interpret customer drawings and instructions.
Position Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Familiar with ISO9001, AS9100, Nadcap and Quality Management Systems.
- A minimum of 3 years of working in a Quality Department, preferably with some quality control & assurance training and responsibility, however similar experience will be considered. Aerospace Quality experience a plus. Metal Surface Finishing experience a strong plus.
- Ability to read and interpret documents written in English such as procedure manuals, work instructions and customer drawings and specifications. Ability to write legible notes and correspondence in English, as well as to speak and communicate well with coworkers and superiors in English.
- Spanish would be a plus.
- Must be able to pass required eye exam.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Drive for continuous learning.
Confidentiality:
Magellan Aerospace is committed to an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities for all. We welcome all applications without regard to social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, national origin or religious belief, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state/province, or local law.
If you require an accommodation during the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let your Human Resources point of contact know and we will work with you, to the best of our ability to meet your needs.
Magellan Aerospace respects the privacy and confidentiality of personal information provided by candidates and shall not disclose to any external parties unless legislated.
Magellan may use an approved Artificial Intelligence (AI) note-taking tool to support the initial screening stage of its recruitment and selection process. All AI use is performed in accordance with Magellan’s privacy policies. Personal information associated with any job application will not be shared with or retained by any third party. Magellan the ultimate discretion to determine which applications proceed through the initial screening process.
This position requires access to technical data and necessitates that Magellan Aerospace obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, hires for this position – except U.S. Citizens, U.S. Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), will be required to go through an export licensing review process. Magellan Aerospace does not make recruiting or hiring decisions based on citizenship, immigration status, or national origin; however, if information access or export control restrictions based upon applicable U.S. laws and regulations would prohibit an applicant from working in this position without first obtaining an export license, Magellan Aerospace expressly reserves the right not to offer employment.
Nearest Major Market: Long Island
Nearest Secondary Market: New York CIty