Sr. Aerospace Inspector (2nd shift)

Sanders Industries Holdings•Bloomfield, CT

9d•$27 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

Kamatics is seeking an experienced Senior Quality Inspector to support our 2nd shift aerospace manufacturing operations. This is a hands-on inspection role responsible for first-piece, in-process, and final inspection of close-tolerance mechanical components and assemblies. The ideal candidate has strong experience with CMM operation and programming, blueprint and GD&T interpretation, precision measurement, and advanced dimensional inspection techniques. This position also serves as a technical resource to other inspection personnel and helps ensure production and quality requirements are met.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
4+ years of quality inspection experience in a precision manufacturing environment or equivalent demonstrated experience.
Strong hands-on experience with precision measuring devices, gauges, and dimensional inspection equipment.
Strong CMM operation and programming experience.
Advanced blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills.
Ability to independently determine appropriate inspection methods and gauging based on engineering drawings and specifications.
Experience performing first-piece, in-process, and final inspections.
Strong understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC).
Ability to accurately complete inspection reports, certifications, and quality documentation.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, and experience working with ERP systems.
Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and communication skills.
Ability to work overtime and weekends as required to meet customer demands.
Flexibility to work varying schedules based on business needs.
Must be a "U.S. person" as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15).

Nice To Haves

Inspection experience within aerospace, defense, or another close-tolerance precision manufacturing environment.
First Article Inspection (FAI) experience.
Experience with a broad range of advanced and specialty inspection equipment.
Previous experience providing technical guidance or training to other inspectors.

Responsibilities

Perform visual and dimensional inspections of precision mechanical components and assemblies to close tolerances.
Conduct first-piece, in-process, and final inspections in support of production requirements.
Independently interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and quality requirements to determine appropriate inspection methods and equipment.
Identify and document dimensional, surface, visual, material, workmanship, and documentation nonconformances.
Create and maintain inspection documentation, including IMS, First Article Inspection (FAI), and other required quality records.
Prepare products and documentation for customer and source inspections.
Serve as a Designated Supplier Quality Representative when required.
Operate and program CMM equipment, including probe calibration and setup.
Perform dimensional inspection using precision measuring tools including calipers, micrometers, dial bore gauges, chamfer gauges, and profilometers.
Utilize advanced inspection equipment including optical comparators, Sunnen gauges, and Trimos height stands.
Utilize specialty inspection equipment including Johnson tri-rolls, sine plates, and torque gauges.
Work with additional inspection technologies and equipment such as swing gauges, contracers, digital comparators, Cadillac gauges, and Keyence IM systems.
Read and independently interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications.
Apply GD&T principles to inspect characteristics including roundness, parallelism, concentricity, runout, perpendicularity, flatness, and total runout.
Apply true position and material modifier requirements during inspection.
Interpret and measure profile tolerances.
Apply advanced shop mathematics and GD&T knowledge to determine appropriate gauging and inspection methods.
Coordinate and prioritize inspection activities to support production schedules.
Provide technical guidance and training to inspection personnel as needed.
Troubleshoot complex inspection and measurement requirements.
Collect, analyze, and communicate inspection data using computer systems and Microsoft Excel.
Maintain accurate inspection records, logs, and audit-ready quality documentation.
Recommend and support continuous improvement and 5S initiatives.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment and follow all safety and environmental procedures.