Temporary Drone Inspector Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Are you excited by aerospace, drones, robotics, and cutting-edge technology? Want to play a direct role in ensuring the quality and reliability of next-generation aircraft systems that are changing how the world moves goods and people?

We're partnered with a fast-growing, innovative drone logistics company that is revolutionizing autonomous flight. As they continue to scale production, they're looking for a Quality Inspector (Quality Technician) to help ensure the quality of flight-critical hardware, electronics, composites, and final aircraft assemblies.

This is an exceptional opportunity for quality professionals who enjoy working hands-on with advanced technology and want exposure to the rapidly growing Aerospace, UAV, and Robotics industries.

💰 Pay: Up to $45/hour 📍 Location: South San Francisco, CA (Onsite) 🚀 Interviewing Immediately

As a Quality Inspector, you'll play a critical role in ensuring incoming materials, assemblies, and finished products meet engineering and regulatory requirements.

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of drone components, subsystems, and finished aircraft
• Conduct dimensional, visual, and functional inspections using precision measurement equipment
• Operate material and structural testing equipment to evaluate incoming parts and assemblies
• Inspect carbon fiber and composite structures for defects, damage, dimensional variation, and manufacturing nonconformances
• Verify compliance to engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements
• Inspect and validate:
  • PCBAs and electronic assemblies
  • Carbon fiber and composite structures
  • Motors and propulsion systems
  • Machined and fabricated metal components
  • 3D-printed parts
  • Electromechanical assemblies
• Record inspection results and maintain traceability within the Quality Management System (QMS)
• Identify, document, and contain nonconforming material
• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Suppliers to resolve quality issues
• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective action activities
• Help develop and improve inspection methods, procedures, and quality processes
• Support production schedules and aircraft delivery commitments through effective inspection prioritization

• 2+ years of quality inspection experience in manufacturing, aerospace, defense, robotics, electronics, automotive, or similar industries
• Experience conducting dimensional, visual, and functional inspections
• Strong blueprint and engineering drawing interpretation skills
• Working knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
• Experience using:
  • Calipers
  • Micrometers
  • Height Gauges
  • Precision measurement tools
• Familiarity with quality systems and inspection documentation
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

• Aerospace, Drone/UAV, Robotics, or Defense industry experience
• Composite and carbon fiber inspection experience
• Experience inspecting PCBAs, wiring harnesses, avionics, or electronic assemblies
• Knowledge of AS9100 or other regulated quality systems
• Experience with root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
• Familiarity with Jira, 1Factory, or similar quality management tools
• Basic electrical troubleshooting experience

This position is based on the production floor and offers hands-on exposure to the entire manufacturing process—from incoming raw materials to fully assembled flight-ready aircraft.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, typically 7:00 AM-4:00 PM

If you're passionate about quality, enjoy working with advanced hardware, and want to be part of a team building the future of autonomous flight, we'd love to hear from you.

🚀 Apply today — interviews are being scheduled immediately.

💰 Pay up to $45/hr based on experience.

✈️ Join a company transforming the future of flight.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of San Francisco, CA.

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $42.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in San Francisco,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 6, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.