Quality Control Inspector

Gilat•Fort Worth, TX

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Gilat Stellar Blu, a wholly owned subsidiary of Gilat Satellite Networks, provides advanced satellite communication solutions for in-flight connectivity. The Quality Control Inspector joins the Quality team at Stellar Blu and performs mechanical, electrical, and visual inspections of incoming, in-process, and final assemblies, components, and parts. The role checks parts and assemblies against drawings, specifications, and other requirements, documents inspection results and nonconformances, and works with production teams, suppliers, operators, and supervisors to address quality issues. The position also supports quality processes, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role requires the ability to safely handle and position larger components, such as antennas weighing up to approximately 50 pounds, and availability to travel. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in quality inspection or a related field.
Strong skills with inspection tools, including calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, including geometric tolerances.
Experience working with ERP systems, particularly SAP, and Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).
Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in cross-functional teams.
Ability to safely handle and position larger components, such as antennas weighing up to approximately 50 pounds, for inspection.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Aerospace or SATCOM industry experience.

Responsibilities

Perform mechanical, electrical, visual, and dimensional inspections of incoming, in-process, and final assemblies, components, and parts.
Use inspection tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
Review drawings, specifications, and logs to verify compliance with requirements, including geometric tolerances.
Approve or reject incoming materials.
Initiate and document nonconformance reports (NCRs).
Maintain accurate inspection records and ensure traceability.
Provide feedback to production teams and communicate quality alerts.
Support continuous improvement initiatives, quality processes, and audits.
Collaborate with suppliers, operators, and supervisors to resolve quality issues.
Safely handle and position larger components, such as antennas weighing up to approximately 50 pounds, for inspection.
Be available to travel.