Mechanical Quality Inspector - Level II
About The Position
SQA Services is hiring a Quality Mechanical Source Inspector in Arvada, Colorado. The role involves conducting precision mechanical inspections at one or more client suppliers, assessing parts, components, assemblies, and materials for workmanship and conformance to specifications and drawings. Inspections may cover purchased parts, in-process and final assemblies, and materials, including first-article, in-process, and lot-sample inspection on a surface plate when required. The inspector uses measurement and inspection equipment, reviews documentation packages against relevant industry or commodity standards, classifies defects, and verifies rework performed during the inspection. The schedule is first shift, full-time, 20–30 hours per week, 2–3 days per week on an as-needed basis. Compensation is $30–$35 per hour. Travel time is paid at 50% of the hourly rate, and mileage is reimbursed at the U.S. government rate of $0.725 per mile, untaxed. This role requires access to ITAR-controlled technical data and/or defense articles. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or U.S. lawful permanent residents (green card holders).
Requirements
- At least 3 years of hands-on experience inspecting precision mechanical parts.
- Ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings and industry or commodity standards.
- Proficiency in GD&T and validating dimensions with tolerances of .005 inches or greater using hand tools such as indicators, micrometers, calipers, and height gauges.
- Experience with certificates of conformance and inspection documentation.
- Ability to adapt to new technology and software.
- Excellent visual acuity to detect defects in complex products.
- Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder) to comply with ITAR requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's degree or higher in a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Certification in inspection techniques or GD&T.
Responsibilities
- Conduct precision mechanical inspections at one or more client suppliers.
- Inspect mechanical parts, components, assemblies, and materials for workmanship and conformance to specifications and drawings.
- Inspect purchased parts, in-process and final assemblies, and materials.
- Perform surface-plate inspection of first-article, in-process, and lot-sample parts when required.
- Use inspection equipment such as micrometers, gauge blocks, dial indicators, height gauges, optical comparators, profilometers, and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) as necessary.
- Verify documentation packages against industry- or commodity-specific standards.
- Classify defect types and verify rework performed during the inspection.
Benefits
- Travel time paid at 50% of the hourly rate.
- Mileage reimbursement at the U.S. government rate of $0.725 per mile, untaxed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
