Full-Time
Inspector – Staff
Posted on 6/23/2025
Curtiss-Wright Corporation
1,001-5,000 employees
Global provider of mission-critical components
Compensation Overview
$18 - $22/hr
Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship
Derby, KS, USA
In Person
US Top Secret Clearance Required
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- High School or Equivalent required.
- Technical/Trade School preferred.
- 1-3 years’ experience of Quality Inspection.
- Strong work ethic and good attitude.
- Must be able to read and understand drawings and blueprints, parts lists, inspection plans, and specification instructions.
- Performs a variety of inspections, checks testing and sampling procedures for product manufacturing processes using various measuring tools.
- Conducting manufacturing inspections and sampling and testing of incoming aerospace components and raw materials to ensure that company standards are met.
- Conducting final inspections on outgoing components.
- Prepares product verification documentation.
- Using part-marking equipment on incoming aerospace components.
- Perform component dimensional inspections per customer requirements.
Curtiss-Wright provides specialized components and services for the aerospace, defense, industrial, and nuclear power markets. The company’s products, such as sensors, embedded computers, and industrial valves, work by monitoring data and controlling the flow of energy or fluids within complex machinery. Unlike many competitors, Curtiss-Wright focuses on mission-critical parts for industries with high regulatory barriers, often securing long-term contracts for both original equipment and maintenance. Its goal is to provide reliable, high-performance technology that ensures the safety and efficiency of essential global infrastructure.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Davidson, North Carolina
Founded
1929
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q1 2026 sales hit $914M with 13% growth and $4.3B record backlog driving 7-8% full-year revenue expansion.
- US Army NGC2 and Marine Corps Project Dynamis boost demand for PacStar 424 5G gateway and PacStar 455 storage upgrades.
- Averna partnership equips five custom test systems for next-gen actuators, accelerating aerospace OEM qualifications by March 2026.
What critics are saying
- 53x P/E valuation collapses 60% if 7-8% 2026 growth misses amid rising rates within 6-12 months.
- Intel Ice Lake dependency disrupts PacStar 455 supply, halting 15-20% tactical revenue in 6-18 months.
- DoD reallocates budgets from PacStar tactical systems to hypersonics, slashing NGC2 funding in 12-24 months.
What makes Curtiss-Wright Corporation unique
- Integrated three-segment structure delivers sensors, controls, and mission-critical components across aerospace, defense, and nuclear markets.
- PacStar 400-Series ecosystem provides rugged tactical edge networking with 5G, Wi-Fi 6, and cybersecurity for coalition operations.
- Highly engineered crossover technologies leverage commercial innovations into defense applications for superior safety and reliability.
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Benefits
Paid Time Off
401(k) Company Match
Health Insurance
Learning and Development Opportunities
Competitive Pay
Bonus Scheme
Recognition
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Flexible Work Hours
Company News
Curtiss-Wright Announces Major Upgrade to PacStar 455 Tactical Data Storage Server - Electronics / Instrumentation / RFID - Curtiss-Wright Corporation. / | Curtiss-Wright Announces Major Upgrade to PacStar 455 Tactical Data Storage Server | | / | NewswireTODAY - /newswire/ - Ashburn, VA, United States, 2026/03/31 - Enhanced rugged storage platform delivers up to five times faster data throughput and four times the storage capacity for data-intensive edge applications - CurtissWrightDS.com. NYSE: CW | | / | Your Banner Ad Here instead - Showing along with ALL Articles covering Electronics / Instrumentation / RFID Announcements Replace these Affiliate Programs at ANYTIME! Your banner here within the next hour. Learn How! | | / | Curtiss-Wright announced today announced a major upgrade for PacStar 455 - a rugged, high-performance virtualization and storage platform that provides high-capacity network attached storage (NAS) for deployed edge environments. The enhanced PacStar 455 delivers up to five times faster read and write performance and four times the storage capacity of the previous version, enabling users to capture, store and access large volumes of mission data in real time to enable faster, more informed decision making. "Modern military operations generate enormous volumes of sensor and intelligence data that must be captured, protected and accessed without delay to help users make more timely, informed decisions," said Roark McDonald, Vice President and General Manager of Tactical Communications, Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions. "The enhanced PacStar 455 is a direct response to customer requests for greater storage capacity and faster data throughput in the same rugged, compact footprint, helping ensure operators do not experience bottlenecks that could harm the mission." The enhanced PacStar 455 introduces support for as many as eight enterprise-class NVMe E3.S solid-state drives, providing significantly higher storage density and faster data access compared to legacy SATA-based storage systems, and ten times more storage capacity than similar products on the market, while maintaining the smallest physical footprint of any NAS server on the market. A new toolless removable drive design simplifies maintenance and system servicing in field environments. Combined with an Intel Ice Lake processor, the system delivers improved compute performance for virtualization and other data-intensive applications. To further protect critical information, PacStar 455 incorporates advanced Virtual RAID on CPU (VROC) technology to distribute data across multiple drives to ensure continued availability if a drive fails. This approach improves resiliency and eliminates common storage bottlenecks, enabling organizations to maintain access to critical data such as maps, surveillance video and intelligence files during demanding operations. PacStar 455 is an ideal platform for a wide variety of edge use cases in forward deployed settings including: - Advanced cloud replication, application virtualization or hyper-convergence; - Application performance acceleration; - General purpose NAS storage; - Satellite/GIS imagery caching; - Video serving/storage; - Cybersecurity applications with large storage requirements such as package capture, NetFlow analysis, SIEM, DLP, or threat analytics; - WAN optimization. As US service branches modernize communication architectures efforts highlighted by US Army NGC2 and US Marine Corps Project Dynamis, for example the need for data storage and processing in the disconnected reality of the tactical edge is becoming more critical than ever. PacStar 455 integrates seamlessly with Curtiss-Wright's PacStar 400-Series modular platform using the company's patented interconnect architecture. The PacStar 400-Series ecosystem provides flexible deployment options including briefcase, transit case, rack mount, vehicle mount and backpack configurations, enabling customers to tailor systems for a wide range of operational requirements, providing the best in small size, flexible power, and environmental ruggedness. Curtiss-Wright also offers a wide array of system packaging options for the PacStar 400-Series, including briefcase, transit case, rack mount, vehicle mount, and backpack transport, or custom-designed to meet any customer use case. About Curtiss-Wright Corporation Curtiss-Wright (curtisswright.com) is a global integrated business that provides highly engineered products, solutions, and services mainly to Aerospace & Defense markets, as well as critical technologies in demanding Commercial Nuclear Power, Process, and Industrial markets. We leverage a workforce of approximately 9,100 highly skilled employees who develop, design, and build what we believe are the best-engineered solutions for the markets we serve. Building on the heritage of Glenn Curtiss and the Wright brothers, Curtiss-Wright has a long tradition of providing innovative solutions through trusted customer relationships. | | / | Your Banner Ad Here instead - Showing along with ALL Articles covering Electronics / Instrumentation / RFID Announcements Replace these Affiliate Programs at ANYTIME! Your banner here within the next hour. 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Curtiss-Wright launches WM-G75 modular rocker pedal for off-highway applications. Curtiss-Wright has launched the WM-G75, a heavy-duty, floor-mounted electronic rocker pedal designed for demanding off-highway applications and as a drop-in electronic replacement for OEMs transitioning from hydraulic to electronic pedal systems. The WM-G75 uses air as its damping medium to deliver a controlled, repeatable return-to-neutral response across the full operating temperature range. The patented air-damped mechanism is configurable, allowing OEMs to tune the damping rate and pedal forces to suit specific vehicle and operator requirements. Pedal rotation is adjustable from +/-9° to +/-12°. Typical applications include travel and throttle pedals on construction, agricultural and material-handling machines where durability and resistance to contamination are priorities. The pedal features a narrow profile and low pivot point with reduced floor penetration, protecting the flying-lead harness as it exits below the cab floor and easing installation in restricted footwells. The core mechanism can be supplied as a stand-alone unit or adapted to customer treadles, cab floors or hand levers. Redundant Hall-effect sensors are integrated into the pedal, with electrical outputs configurable as dual APS/APS-IVS analog, dual PWM or CAN J1939. The electronics are based on Curtiss-Wright's WM-830 sensor platform, which is ISO 13849 PLd capable, supporting functional safety implementation. The sensor is rated to IP69K and IP68S, with the mechanical assembly rated to IP69K. The pedal is rated for at least 3 million full-stroke cycles and has been tested for high static loads, vibration, shock, dust, salt spray, pressure washing and chemical exposure to common off-highway fluids. Image: Curtiss-Wright Anjali Sooknanan is deputy editor of the iVT brand - which includes digital and print editions of a quarterly magazine and Off-Highway Annual, as well as ivtinternational.com. She holds an English degree from Goldsmiths University in London, and has experience working on B2B publications in various industries from electrical to construction. 27th February 2026 2 Mins Read 26th February 2026 9 Mins Read 28th January 2026 3 Mins Read
Curtiss-Wright and Averna partner on custom actuator test systems. By Web Team 9th March 2026 2 Mins Read Curtiss-Wright has partnered with Averna to develop five custom aerospace test systems for the qualification and acceptance of next-generation actuators. As a Tier 1 supplier to aerospace OEMs, Curtiss-Wright required multiple platforms capable of delivering precision dynamic load applications while prioritizing repeatability, scalability and secure data handling. The Averna solution includes a customized framework, secure data management and full integration with Curtiss-Wright's manufacturing execution systems. Bret Sprague, vice president and general manager of aerospace actuation at Curtiss-Wright Sensors and Actuation, said, "This collaboration with Averna is critical to the success of developing our next generation of actuators while supporting our aggressive development timelines. These test systems provide our design and manufacturing team the tools needed to move from product concept to validation and ultimately a qualified product. "Additionally, their integration with our data and safety protocols gives us confidence we have a partner providing a complete solution. It's a strategic investment that strengthens our global competitiveness." Brian Couch, segment manager for aerospace and defense at Averna, said, "Our more than 25 years of aerospace test experience allowed us to tailor the system to their exact needs, while ensuring compliance with ITAR and other regulatory standards. This project is a great example of how intelligent test design can drive both technical and business value."
Curtiss-Wright has partnered with Averna to develop five custom aerospace test systems integrating secure data management and manufacturing execution systems for its next generation of aerospace actuators. The collaboration emphasises precision, safety and production efficiency. The partnership follows Curtiss-Wright's four-year US Department of Defense contract for RAST helicopter handling systems, reinforcing its exposure to naval defence programmes. The company's investment narrative centres on converting its record defence and nuclear backlog into revenue. Analysts project Curtiss-Wright will reach $4.0 billion in revenue and $593.3 million in earnings by 2028, requiring 6.8% yearly revenue growth. However, the company faces timing risks from government budget shifts and dependence on large industrial programmes. Some pessimistic analysts forecast lower 2028 revenue of $3.9 billion.
Curtiss-wright partners with Averna to elevate aerospace testing capabilities. contract March 03, 2026 Averna, now powered by Spherea delivers a secure, scalable test platform to streamline, qualify and accept the next generation of actuators MONTREAL, March 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Averna, a global leader in test and quality solutions, today announced that it has partnered with Curtiss-Wright, to develop five custom aerospace test systems. This relationship reinforces Averna and Curtiss-Wright's commitment to innovation, quality, and operational excellence. The solution is designed to meet stringent performance and safety requirements while maintaining manufacturing efficiency. As a trusted Tier 1 supplier to leading aerospace OEMs, Curtiss-Wright required multiple platforms to deliver precision dynamic load applications while prioritizing repeatability, scalability, and secure data handling. Averna's expertise in high-performance automated test systems aligned with the specifications to meet these demands. "This collaboration with Averna is critical to the success of developing our next generation of actuators while supporting our aggressive development timelines," said Bret Sprague VP/General Manager Aerospace Actuation, Curtiss-Wright Sensors & Actuation. "These test systems provide our design and manufacturing team the tools needed to move from product concept to validation and ultimately a qualified product. Additionally, their integration with our data and safety protocols gives us confidence we have a partner providing a complete solution. It's a strategic investment that strengthens our global competitiveness." Averna's solution includes a customized framework, secure data management, and full integration with Curtiss-Wright's manufacturing execution systems. "We're proud to support Curtiss-Wright in delivering mission-critical aerospace components," said Brian Couch, Segment Manager - Aerospace & Defense at Averna. "Our 25+ years of aerospace test experience allowed us to tailor the system to their exact needs, while ensuring compliance with ITAR and other regulatory standards. This project is a great example of how intelligent test design can drive both technical and business value." About Curtiss-Wright Curtiss-Wright is a global integrated business that provides highly engineered products, solutions and services mainly to Aerospace & Defense markets, as well as critical technologies in demanding Commercial Nuclear Power, Process and Industrial markets. We leverage a workforce of approximately 9,100 highly skilled employees who develop, design and build what we believe are the best engineered solutions to the markets we serve. Building on the heritage of Glenn Curtiss and the Wright brothers, Curtiss-Wright has a long tradition of providing innovative solutions through trusted customer relationships. For more information, visit www.curtisswright.com. About Averna Powered by Spherea As a global test & quality solution integrator, Averna partners with product designers, developers, and OEMs to help them achieve higher product quality, accelerate time to market and protect their brands. Founded in 1999, Averna offers specialized expertise and innovative test, vision inspection, precision assembly and automated solutions that deliver substantial technical, financial and market benefits for clients in the aerospace, automotive, consumer electronics, energy, industrials, medical devices & life sciences, semiconductor, telecom and other industries. Averna has offices around the world and numerous industry certifications such as ISO 9001:2015 and ITAR registration. To see more of Averna's test solutions for aerospace, please visit their website. AAPR aggregates press releases and media statements from around the world to assist our news partners with identifying and creating timely and relevant news. All of the press releases published on this website are third-party content and AAP was not involved in the creation of it. Read the full terms.