Aerospace/Power Gen Quality Control Inspector

Location: New Britain, CT
Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Control Inspector to perform inspections and verify that precision-machined components, materials, and finished products meet engineering specifications and established quality standards. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in aerospace or industrial manufacturing, precision measurement, blueprint interpretation, and dimensional inspection.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual, dimensional, incoming, in-process, first-piece, and final inspections of materials and finished components.
• Identify machining defects, material flaws, surface imperfections, and dimensional discrepancies.
• Use precision measuring instruments, including Micro-Hite, micrometers, comparators, pin gauges, ring gauges, thread gauges, and other inspection tools.
• Set up, program, and operate Keyence TM and IM measurement systems.
• Operate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), preferably using PC-DMIS software.
• Conduct First Article Inspections (FAI) and in-process inspections to verify compliance with engineering specifications.
• Read and interpret complex engineering blueprints, technical drawings, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) requirements.
• Set up and operate SIC laser marking equipment for part identification and marking.
• Verify parts against applicable specifications, inspection requirements, and accompanying documentation.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, shop travelers, routers, and quality compliance logs.
• Identify, document, and communicate non-conformances and support corrective-action activities.
• Follow established quality management procedures and applicable ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in quality control, quality inspection, or a related manufacturing role.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering blueprints.
• Working knowledge of GD&T and dimensional tolerances.
• Hands-on experience with precision measuring instruments and dimensional inspection equipment.
• Familiarity with first-article, first-piece, and in-process inspection procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify defects and discrepancies.
• Excellent analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate technical documentation and inspection records.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality standards is preferred.
• Experience operating CMM equipment is preferred, with PC-DMIS software knowledge considered an advantage.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in aerospace, power generation, precision machining, or industrial manufacturing.
• Familiarity with Keyence TM/IM measurement systems.
• Experience with SIC laser marking equipment.
• Knowledge of non-conformance reporting, corrective actions, and quality documentation.
• Ability to work collaboratively with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off (PTO)