Quality Inspector

What we're building

The marine industry supports recreation, global commerce, and national defense. And yet it runs on technology that hasn't meaningfully changed in fifty years. Until now.

Arc is on a mission to electrify the marine industry. We're rethinking powertrains, software, and vessel designs from first principles. And we're already executing. We started with consumers to develop and harden our core technology. We're now scaling production of our flagship model with new models and sectors on the horizon. Now we're extending our platform to commercial applications, starting with tugs, ferries, and defense, with years worth of signed contracts and a pipeline that spans every vessel type on the water.

The technology is proven, the momentum is building, and the opportunity is enormous. The marine industry is going electric and Arc is building the platform that powers it.

Who we're looking for

We're looking for someone fired up by the mission and ready to build. You'll thrive here if you move fast, take ownership, and care about the details.

This is a full-time, on-site role at our Los Angeles headquarters, working first shift (6AM~3PM) with the opportunity for overtime and weekend work. You'll report to the Manager of Quality Engineering and work closely with a lean, high-trust team where everyone’s work matters.

What you'll do

• Performing detailed visual and dimensional inspections of composite (carbon & fiberglass) structures, metallic components, integrated boats and sub-assemblies.
• Conducting First Article, in-process, and final inspections to ensure adherence to engineering drawings and quality standards.
• Documenting inspection results and non-conformances quickly & accurately in the quality management system.
• Collaborating with the production and engineering teams to identify root causes of defects and implementing corrective actions.
• Verifying that all work instructions and documentation are completed correctly before releasing parts to the next stage of production.
• Contributing to improving workshop standards, inspection protocols, and quality processes.
• Maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and output.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Quality Inspector or in a comparable quality control role within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency using precision measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and dial indicators.
• Hands-on experience inspecting composite materials, including carbon fiber and fiberglass structures, in a production or manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), work instructions, and product data sheets.
• Strong attention to detail with demonstrated ability to identify cosmetic and structural defects in composite surfaces and assembled components.
• Physical ability to stand extended periods (6-10 hours per day) and lift or move materials up to 50lbs.
• Clear and effective communication skills, with the ability to document and communicate quality issues to technicians and engineers.

Bonus Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Quality Inspector or in a comparable quality control role within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency using precision measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and dial indicators.
• Hands-on experience inspecting composite materials, including carbon fiber and fiberglass structures, in a production or manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), work instructions, and product data sheets.
• Strong attention to detail with demonstrated ability to identify cosmetic and structural defects in composite surfaces and assembled components.
• Physical ability to stand extended periods (6-10 hours per day) and lift or move materials up to 50lbs.
• Clear and effective communication skills, with the ability to document and communicate quality issues to technicians and engineers.
• Comfortable pushing at a fast but sustainable pace
• Enthusiasm for boating and the water

At Arc, we encourage diversity and consider all qualified applicants equally for employment, regardless of background, identity, or status. You're always welcome to reach out even if you don't meet many of these qualifications. Passion and aptitude make up for a lot.

Our values

We move with urgency and build with care. We value these five things above all else:

• Ownership over both your work and the company's success
• Empathy for colleagues and for customers
• Humility in problem solving and collaboration
• Pragmatism for navigating ambiguity quickly and sensibly
• Inclusion of different backgrounds, opinions, cultures, and perspectives.

We want people who share and embody these values. It is vital that our values align — we'd be happy to elaborate on any or all of these during the interview process.

What we offer

Hourly wage: S1: $32/hr S2: $35/hr

Highly competitive equity grants are included with full-time offers, as well as semi-annual bonuses tied to your impact, not just your tenure.

Additionally, Arc offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

• Healthcare benefits — 99% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision
• Parental leave — 14 weeks fully paid for birthing and non-birthing parents
• Generous time off — Highly competitive PTO with an opportunity to earn more time with tenure
• Income protection — Life and disability insurance for all employees
• Retirement savings — Traditional and Roth 401(k) access
• Water fund — $500 for you to spend each year to get out on the water, however you choose
• Professional development — $500 annual reimbursement for professional development and a monthly AI stipend
• Safety support — Annual reimbursement for PPE, ergonomic equipment, and anything that ensures we keep our crew safe
• Captain training — Training and access to take Arcboats out with friends and family
• Office perks — Daily lunches, snacks, and good coffee while onsite
• Relocation assistance — Available depending on role eligibility.