Quality Inspector with Metrology

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform incoming receiving inspections on aerospace and defense materials, parts, and assemblies to verify conformance to engineering drawings, specifications, and purchase order requirements
• Utilize laser trackers, CMMs, and other precision measurement equipment to perform detailed dimensional inspections and generate accurate inspection reports.
• Interpret and analyze engineering drawings, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), models, and specifications to determine inspection requirements.
• Verify and document inspection results using appropriate quality and metrology software systems.
• Support calibration and verification of inspection tools and measurement systems to ensure accuracy and traceability.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and supply chain teams to resolve nonconformances and inspection issues.
• Ensure inspection activities comply with AS9100, ISO 9001, ITAR, and customer quality standards.
• Maintain organized inspection records and contribute to continuous improvement of inspection processes and metrology capabilities.

Qualification:

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent (technical or associate degree preferred).
• Minimum 3 plus years of experience in receiving inspection or dimensional inspection in an aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience operating laser trackers (e.g., FARO, Leica) and CMM systems.
• Strong understand of metrology principles, GD&T, and precision measurement techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, models, and technical documentation.
• Proficiency with measurement and inspection software (e.g., PC-DMIS, Poly Works, and Spatial Analyzer).
• Excellent attention to detail, documentation accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment with minimal supervision.

Preferred:

• Experience in a DoD or ITAR-controlled environment.
• Familiarity with AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI) requirements.
• Knowledge of materials, coatings, and aerospace hardware specifications.
• Current or prior security clearance (active or eligible).