Mechanical Quality Inspector III (CWI)

Calista Corporation • Huntsville, AL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Yulista is a fast-paced government contractor specializing in high-mix, low volume manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have strong welding inspection experience and the ability to work effectively with production, engineering, and quality personnel in a highly regulated manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• Previous experience in welding inspection, fabrication, manufacturing, construction, or a related industry.
• Strong knowledge of welding processes, materials, and inspection methods.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, weld symbols, specifications, and procedures.
• Familiarity with applicable welding codes and industry standards.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with production and quality personnel.
• Proficiency in AS9100/ISO9000 environments.
• Maintain Certifications as required to perform duties.
• Analyze test data, making computations as necessary, to determine test results.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance.
• Minimum of Eight (8) years working with standards, policies, and regulatory requirements (Government and/or Commercial).
• Minimum of a High School diploma/GED.
• Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.

Nice To Haves

• NADCAP experience or familiarity with NADCAP requirements.
• Previous experience supporting or participating in NADCAP audits.
• NDT certifications such as VT, MT, PT, UT, or RT.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections of welding and fabrication operations.
• Verify welding procedures, welder qualifications, materials, and welding parameters as required.
• Ensure welding activities comply with applicable AWS, ASME, customer, and project requirements.
• Interpret engineering drawings, weld symbols, specifications, and welding procedures.
• Review welds for defects and determine compliance with applicable acceptance criteria.
• Monitor welding activities to ensure compliance with approved procedures.
• Identify nonconforming conditions and assist with corrective actions.
• Maintain material and weld traceability.
• Coordinate with NDE/NDT personnel when additional testing is required.
• Communicate inspection findings with welders, supervisors, engineers, and management.
• Support internal and customer quality audits.
• Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Perform AS9102 First Article Inspections.
• Accurately document and maintain associated paperwork and inspection results in a consistent and timely fashion using Microsoft Office software.
• Other duties as directed by the assigned Supervision.

Benefits

• Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED