Quality Control Inspector

SAIC•Hanahan, SC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Control Inspector to ensure that all products and services meet quality standards and customer requirements. This role plays a critical part in maintaining compliance with quality assurance and quality control processes, specifically focusing on the inspection of fabricated metal components, cable assemblies, and hardware. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in interpreting engineering drawings, understanding specifications, and performing hands-on inspections to ensure precise adherence to contract and product standards.

Requirements

Strong experience in interpreting engineering drawings
Understanding specifications
Performing hands-on inspections
Precise adherence to contract and product standards
Experience with fabricated metal components, cable assemblies, and hardware inspection
Experience with First Article Inspections (FAI)
Knowledge of MIL-STD-1916
Proficiency in preparing and maintaining inspection documentation (inspection reports, Certificates of Conformance)
Ability to identify and document nonconforming materials, products, or processes
Experience using measurement tools and equipment (calipers, micrometers, precision tools)
Familiarity with Quality Assurance Plans (QAP)

Responsibilities

Perform thorough inspections of fabricated metal components, cable assemblies, and hardware to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and contract requirements.
Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical work instructions, and specifications to verify product conformity.
Conduct First Article Inspections (FAI) and ensure compliance with industry standards, including MIL-STD-1916.
Prepare and maintain detailed inspection documentation, including inspection reports, Certificates of Conformance (CoCs), and any quality control records.
Identify and document nonconforming materials, products, or processes and communicate findings to appropriate stakeholders.
Assist in root-cause analysis and coordinate with the team to implement corrective actions and process improvements.
Use measurement tools and equipment, including calipers, micrometers, and other precision tools, as needed for inspections.
Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to ensure all processes align with the contractor's Quality Assurance Plans (QAP) and required standards.
Track quality trends and metrics to support continuous improvement initiatives.
Support audit and sampling requirements per contract standards and best practices, promoting defect prevention and improving overall quality performance.