Quality Source Inspector - Mechanical - Level II

SQA Services•Portland, OR

About The Position

SQA Services is hiring a Quality Mechanical Source Inspector to perform precision inspections of mechanical parts, components, assemblies, and materials. Inspections may cover purchased parts, in-process and final assemblies, and materials for workmanship and conformance to specifications and drawings. The role also includes surface plate inspection of first-article, in-process, and lot-sample parts when required; documentation review; defect classification; and verification of rework. This is a part-time, first-shift position scheduled for 20–25 hours per week, 2–3 days per week, on an as-needed basis. The position requires access to ITAR-controlled technical data or defense articles, so candidates must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. The stated pay 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 driven.

Requirements

At least 5 years of hands-on experience inspecting precision mechanical parts.
Ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings and industry- or commodity-specific standards.
Proficiency in GD&T and validating dimensions with tolerances of 0.005 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 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

Perform precision inspection verifications on mechanical parts, components, assemblies, and materials.
Inspect purchased parts, in-process and final assemblies, and materials for workmanship and conformance to specifications and drawings.
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.
Review documentation packages against industry- or commodity-specific standards.
Classify defect types and verify rework conducted during the inspection.