Mechanical Quality Inspector

nLIGHT • Longmont, CO

21d • Onsite

About The Position

Quality Inspectors at nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc. ensure that every mechanical component supporting our high energy laser (HEL) systems meets the rigorous standards required for mission critical defense applications. Our teams work with advanced carbon fiber structures, precision machined parts, and sheet metal assemblies that must perform reliably in challenging operational environments. We rely on disciplined, detail driven inspectors who can interpret complex engineering requirements, validate supplier quality, and uphold the traceability and compliance standards essential to HEL system integration. We need motivated Quality Inspectors who are excited to contribute to cutting-edge HEL solutions and ensure excellence from the moment parts arrive at our facility.

All applicants must possess or be qualified to obtain a U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Preference will be given to candidates with an existing U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Further information on requirements to obtain a security clearance is available at: https://www.dcsa.mil/mc/pv/mbi/gicp/. Please review this information before applying.

Requirements

• Commitment to Excellence. Attention to Detail. Pride in Workmanship.
• Minimum 5 years of mechanical inspection experience in manufacturing, aerospace, or defense.
• Strong ability to read engineering drawings and interpret GD&T.
• Handson experience with precision measurement tools including CMM.
• Familiarity working in an ISO certified cleanroom environment.
• Experience performing receiving inspection for machined and welded parts.
• Understanding of ISO 9001 practices and documentation requirements.
• Must be a U.S. Person in accordance with ITAR.
• Functional use and knowledge of Microsoft Office suite tools, particularly PowerPoint and Excel.
• Possess or be qualified to obtain a U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to inspection of optical components
• Background supporting NCMR and MRB processes.
• Experience in defense, high energy laser systems, or other highly regulated industries.
• Associate degree or Technical Certification

Responsibilities

• Perform receiving, in process, and final inspections, with a primary focus on incoming inspection of mechanical parts.
• Use precision measurement tools to verify drawing requirements are met for completed parts.
• Assist engineers with dispositioning parts.
• Support part serialization and maintain traceability throughout the inspection workflow.
• Identify and document nonconforming material; assist with NCMR initiation, segregation, and communication with internal teams.
• Follow ISO certified cleanroom and ITAR compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain to resolve quality issues and improve incoming part consistency.
• Effectively manage schedule and priorities with moderate daily direction to meet schedule objectives.

Benefits

• 4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
• 11 paid Holidays
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Health (ACA Gold Plan), Vision and Dental Care paid by employer 100% for Employee and 75% for Dependents
• Paid Family Leave, Short and Long Term Disability paid by employer 100%
• Competitive 401k with company match and immediate vesting

What This Job Offers

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