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Who this role suits
Engineers and technical specialists who want remote project work that uses their design and manufacturing experience.
Full job description
Role Title: QA & Source Inspection
Role Type: Contractor
Location: Remote
micro1 is engaging QA & Source Inspection professionals to contribute their expertise to a dynamic customer project spanning aerospace, defense, and marine sectors. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.
Scope of Work
- Evaluate and disposition First Article Inspections (AS9102) for compliance with regulatory and customer requirements.
- Assess cosmetic defect acceptance in manufacturing and assembly contexts, documenting detailed justifications for acceptance or rejection.
- Conduct virtual surveys and provide input on hull & marine structures based on provided documentation and data.
- Analyze web/line inspection data to identify quality trends and inform source inspection recommendations.
- Apply knowledge of Government Source Inspection, including DCMA protocols and FAR Part 46 requirements, to simulated scenarios.
- Deliver clear, concise written and verbal feedback on inspection findings to support AI model development.
- Generate high-quality reports and data sets reflecting your expert judgments and rationale.
Preferred Qualifications
- 8+ years conducting complex quality inspections, with significant experience in first article, cosmetic, or production line disposition calls.
- Deep familiarity with AS9102 First Article standards and the practical application of government inspection criteria (DCMA, FAR Part 46).
- Background in US defense or aerospace manufacturing, or marine surveying with exposure to regulated environments.
- Demonstrated expertise in Hull & Marine Survey processes and standards.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly document disposition decisions and explain technical rationale.
- Proficiency in digital tools for documentation, reporting, and remote collaboration.
- Experience as a senior QA inspector, supplier quality engineer, DCMA QAR, or marine surveyor is strongly preferred.
Last checked open on Oct 28, 2026. Job description provided by micro1.
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