What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Quality Technician position at Beehive Industries?
Beehive Industries is dedicated to Powering American Defense by revolutionizing the design, development, and delivery of jet propulsion systems to support the warfighter. Through the integration of additive manufacturing, the company aims to meet the growing and urgent needs for unmanned aerial defense by dramatically improving a jet engine’s speed to market, fuel efficiency, and cost.
Founded in 2020, the company is headquartered in Englewood, Colorado, with additional facilities in Knoxville, Tennessee, Loveland Ohio, and Mount Vernon, Ohio. Beehive is committed to grow and advance the defense industrial base while manufacturing exclusively in the USA. This role will be located at our Knoxville, Tennessee facility.
Role Overview
The Senior Quality Technician's function is to perform various inspection duties, create and collect inspection data, work closely with Engineering and suppliers to resolve issues, and maintain document control in accordance with AS9100 and ITAR requirements.
What You'll Do...
Beehive Industries offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes group Medical, Dental, Life, and Short and Long-Term disability coverage from day one. We also offer a generous 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a Company match. Every role at Beehive Industries is bonus eligible and will also receive equity in the company.
Beehive Industries is committed to full compliance with applicable anti-discrimination laws. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We strive to create an inclusive work environment and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Founded in 2020, the company is headquartered in Englewood, Colorado, with additional facilities in Knoxville, Tennessee, Loveland Ohio, and Mount Vernon, Ohio. Beehive is committed to grow and advance the defense industrial base while manufacturing exclusively in the USA. This role will be located at our Knoxville, Tennessee facility.
Role Overview
The Senior Quality Technician's function is to perform various inspection duties, create and collect inspection data, work closely with Engineering and suppliers to resolve issues, and maintain document control in accordance with AS9100 and ITAR requirements.
What You'll Do...
- Perform dimensional and visual inspections using advanced and standard metrology equipment, including but not limited to calipers, micrometers, bore gages, height gages, profilometer, optical comparator, pin gages, CMM, and GOM scanner
- Interpret engineering drawings and specifications including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) to assess product conformity
- Create and execute CMM inspection programs using PC-DMIS and Calypso software; support 3D inspection using CAD models and scanners
- Develop and implement inspection methods and documentation aligned with customer and industry requirements
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality and Manufacturing Engineering teams to resolve product realization issues
- Maintain QMS records such as calibration logs, inspection documentation, and Key Performance Indicator (KPI) tracking
- Generate and verify all content required for Customer Data Packets and Certificates of Conformance (CoC).
- Identify and document nonconformances
- Support internal and external audits through preparation, documentation, and participation
- Minimum 2-4 years of experience in a Quality/Inspection role in a manufacturing environment
- At least 1 year working in an AS9100-certified facility or equivalent aerospace quality environment
- 1–2 years of hands-on CMM programming and operation experience (PC-DMIS or Calypso)
- Proficient in interpreting and applying GD&T principles (read, interpret, and inspect to spec)
- 2–4 years of experience with engineering drawing interpretation
- Skilled in the use of manual and digital inspection tools (e.g., micrometers, calipers, height gages)
- Experience writing quality procedures and work instructions
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for internal reports and external correspondence
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. Citizenship is required, as only U.S. Citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
- Proficiency with PC-DMIS and/or Calypso programming platforms
- Experience in Additive Manufacturing environments or hybrid machining operations
- Familiarity with Keyence measurement systems or similar automated inspection platforms
- Background in CNC or manual machine operations
- Internal auditing experience to AS9100 or ISO standards
- Familiarity with ERP and QMS software for NCR, document control, and calibration management
Beehive Industries offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes group Medical, Dental, Life, and Short and Long-Term disability coverage from day one. We also offer a generous 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a Company match. Every role at Beehive Industries is bonus eligible and will also receive equity in the company.
Beehive Industries is committed to full compliance with applicable anti-discrimination laws. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We strive to create an inclusive work environment and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
