Quality Control Inspector Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (minimum baseline requirement)
• Relevant inspection or testing experience in applicable disciplines
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and procedures
• Working knowledge of dimensional metrology and inspection techniques
• Understanding of material traceability and documentation requirements
• Familiarity with applicable codes and standards (e.g., ASME, NQA-1)
• Ability to evaluate inspection results and determine acceptability
• Personnel shall be trained, qualified, and certified in accordance with applicable quality procedures
• Certification is based on education, experience, training, and demonstrated capability
• Certification validity period and recertification requirements shall comply with program procedures
• Ability to perform inspection activities including visual acuity and color differentiation
• Capability to stand, walk, and perform shop-floor inspections for extended periods
• Ability to handle and measure components safely
• Annual vision examinations and physical capability requirements shall be met for certification.
• Has authority to identify, segregate and document nonconforming conditions
• Interfaces with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality Assurance
• Supports certification, audit, and compliance activities
• Operates under the direction of Quality Control and Quality Assurance leadership
• Based in the United States
• Willing to work on-site in Austin, TX
• Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Persons in compliance with 10 CFR Part 810 and may not hold non-compliant foreign citizenships.

Nice To Haves

• Level I: Entry-level with basic training and supervised experience
• Level II: Demonstrated capability in inspection planning, execution, and evaluation
• Level III (if applicable): Advanced capability including evaluation of procedures and personnel

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection and test activities on safety-related, non-safety related with special treatment, and other designated items in accordance with approved procedures and instructions.
• Inspection and verification of mechanical components, fabrication, and assemblies.
• Review of inspection/test documentation and acceptance records.
• Verification of compliance with drawings, specifications, and code requirements.
• Participation in quality system activities including audits, corrective actions, and process improvements.
• Perform inspections and tests in accordance with approved procedures, drawings, and acceptance criteria.
• Document inspection and test results clearly and accurately.
• Identify, document, and report nonconforming conditions.
• Witness and verify work activities when required by governing documents.
• Maintain complete and traceable quality records.
• Support process reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Review Certified Material Test Reports (CMTRs/MTRs) for compliance with procurement and code requirements.
• Verify heat/lot traceability to drawings and purchase orders.
• Perform receiving inspections and document acceptance status.
• Segregate and control nonconforming materials.
• Develop and maintain inspection plans and travelers.
• Perform in-process and final inspections using precision measurement tools (e.g., micrometers, calipers, height gauges, gauges, CMM systems).
• Verify conformance to dimensional tolerances and GD&T requirements.
• Generate inspection reports, including First Article Inspection (FAI) documentation.
• Conduct visual inspections for workmanship, fit-up, and weld conformance.
• Verify welding documentation including WPS, PQR, and welder qualifications.
• Confirm traceability of welds and associated materials.
• Support or witness qualification activities as required.
• Verify compliance with applicable welding codes and standards.
• Participate in internal and supplier audits.
• Support or lead Nonconformance Reports (NCR) and Corrective/Preventive Actions (CAPA).
• Perform root cause analysis and verification of corrective actions.
• Support Material Review Board (MRB) activities.
• Verify calibration status of inspection and test equipment prior to use.
• Maintain control of gauges, fixtures, and measurement systems.
• Coordinate calibration activities with external providers.
• Support measurement system analysis (e.g., gage R&R).
• Maintain accurate, legible, and complete inspection/test records.
• Ensure records meet quality program requirements for traceability and retention.
• Support documentation required for certification and qualification records.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Corporate Gym Membership