Machinist Inspector

Curtiss-Wright•Summerville, SC

16d•Onsite

About The Position

The Machinist Inspector conducts inspection and testing of materials, parts, and products to ensure adherence to established standards of strength, quality, cleanliness, and endurance. Inspection responsibilities include expertise in dimensional measurement of tight-tolerance machined components. Additionally, the inspector will support in-process, material receipt, and pre-shipping inspections with broad criteria covering cleanliness, dimensional conformance, verification of material properties (e.g., hardness testing), and packaging.

Requirements

Due to DoD requirements, candidates must be US citizens
Must be able to obtain and maintain DoD Security clearances and approvals
High school diploma or equivalent
Proficiency with standard dimensional measurement equipment such as analog micrometers, gauges, calipers, surface comparators, CMM, etc.
Must be able to accurately measure and read analog devices down to .0001 of an inch.
Knowledge of cutting tools and machining techniques
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
Ability to maintain high quality standards and tight tolerances within .001/.0001 of an inch with high accuracy analog gauging
Strong understanding of machining principles
Strong understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
Attention to detail: High level of accuracy and repeatability in inspection
Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
Ability effectively communicates with others
Lifting objects weighing 50 pounds to waist height and transporting them to a distance of 10 feet.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a four-year machinist apprenticeship or equivalent is an asset.

Responsibilities

Regularly inspect machined parts using precision measuring tools like calipers, analog micrometers, dial indicators, bore gages, and other types of metrologies to ensure they meet dimensional tolerances.
Perform independent inspections to validate materials, parts, and products meet established standards of strength, quality, cleanliness, and endurance
Perform in-process inspections (on and off machining equipment) to ensure nonconformances are discovered early
Ensure work is done safely and meets quality standards
Provide a great level of attention to detail and focus on the given task
Work with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency
Prepare official inspection reports for submittal to the government
Conduct material receipt and shipping inspections
Assist in developing inspection requirements based on component design drawings
Mentoring junior inspectors to grow overall team capability