Senior Quality Inspector

Antares • Los Angeles, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Engineering team at Antares owns the quality of the product from design through operation and decommissioning. The team works closely with all cross functional organizations (Mission Engineering, Mechanical Design, Nuclear Licensing) to make sure that requirements are incorporated, validated, and verified throughout the design, build, and operation of the reactor. We are seeking a passionate quality inspector committed to ensuring our design requirements are manufactured into reliable, high-quality products. This role will provide an array of quality assurance support across all aspects of business and manufacturing process from receiving inspection to dimensional inspection to overall assembly and test inspections. We’re looking for candidates who have been across multiple different types of manufacturing and are excited about helping build and verify our first of a kind reactor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 3+ years of direct manufacturing inspection experience in a production, fabrication, or assembly environment
• Proficiency with basic inspection tools and techniques (micrometers, calipers, height gauges, etc.)
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)

Nice To Haves

• Experience with visual weld inspection (AWS or equivalent preferred)
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, NQA-1 or other quality management systems
• Experience with CMM or advanced metrology tools
• Knowledge of non-destructive testing (NDT) methods is a plus
• Experience with electronic Manufacturing Enterprise Software (MES)
• Experience with leak checks, vacuum checks, and other test validation activities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for documenting inspections and collaborating with cross-functional teams
• Ability to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support the development of scalable processes

Responsibilities

• Inspect and verify the quality and documentation of incoming raw materials and finished goods to ensure compliance with specifications and purchase order requirements.
• Perform precision dimensional inspections of machined and fabricated components using hand tools, gauges, and advanced metrology equipment (e.g., calipers, micrometers, CMM). Conduct visual inspections of surfaces, finishes, and assembly fit-ups.
• Review and inspect test setups, fixtures, and outcomes to ensure conformance with testing protocols and standards.
• Inspect in-process and final assemblies for fit, function, and conformance to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Accurately record inspection results, maintain quality records, and support root cause and corrective action processes.
• Assist in developing and refining inspection procedures, training materials, and qualification processes for new inspectors as the organization scales.

What This Job Offers

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