Supplier Quality Control Inspector A-1
Core
Verify that incoming materials, parts, and assemblies from external suppliers conform to engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards for defense hardware.
Role type
Supplier Quality Control Inspector (Aerospace/Defense)
Builds
Precision aerospace/defense hardware components and assemblies
Domain
Defense technology / Aerospace manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), First Article Inspection (FAI), reading complex engineering drawings, operating mechanical measurement tools (calipers, micrometers), documenting non-conformances, supplier collaboration
Preferred skills
CMM operation/programming (PC-DMIS, Calypso), ASQ CQI/CQT certification, IPC-A-610/620/J-STD-001 certification
Technologies
CMM, optical comparators, FaroArms, ERP, PLM
Responsibilities
Perform dimensional, visual, and functional inspections of incoming parts; utilize metrology equipment to verify part dimensions; review supplier documentation for compliance; document and segregate non-conforming materials; travel to supplier facilities for source inspections and audits; record inspection results in ERP/PLM systems
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC