Quality Inspector III (CMM)

Full-Time, Non-Exempt | Reports to: Director of Operations | Location: Wilsonville, OR (on-site)

Position Summary

The Quality Inspector III (CMM) is the senior inspector on our quality team, responsible for verifying that precision machined parts meet customer drawings, specifications and aerospace quality requirements before they ship. This role owns CMM programming and execution, leads first article inspections (AS9102), interprets complex GD&T, and partners with programming and manufacturing engineering to catch issues early and keep parts moving. Impulse Precision Manufacturing is a high-mix, low-volume, five-axis machine shop serving aerospace, defense and high-tech customers, and is ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certified and ITAR registered.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, prove out, and maintain CMM inspection programs from 2D drawings and 3D CAD models; optimize programs for accuracy, repeatability and cycle time.
• Perform first article, in-process and final dimensional inspections on complex machined parts using CMM, height gages, micrometers, calipers, bore and thread gages, pin gages, comparators, and surface finish testers.
• Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T per ASME Y14.5, including datum structures, profile, position, and runout; resolve interpretation questions with engineering and customers.
• Prepare complete AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports (Forms 1, 2 and 3), including ballooned drawings, and meet customer-specific FAI requirements.
• Support setup approval on the shop floor by providing fast, accurate first-piece feedback to machinists and programmers.
• Identify, document and segregate nonconforming product; write NCRs, support material review, and contribute to root cause and corrective action (CAPA).
• Perform receiving inspection on raw material, purchased components and outside processing; verify material certifications and certificates of conformance.
• Review travelers, inspection records and shipping documentation to make sure every order ships with the correct certifications and quality records.
• Support the calibration program, including gage control, calibration records, and CMM verification and maintenance.
• Train and mentor other inspectors and production staff on inspection methods, gage use, and drawing interpretation.
• Recommend improvements to inspection methods, fixturing and quality procedures; support internal, customer and registrar audits.
• Follow all safety, quality, ITAR and cybersecurity (CMMC) requirements and help maintain a clean, organized inspection area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certificate or associate degree in quality, metrology, machining or a related field preferred.
• 5 years of quality inspection experience in a precision CNC machining environment, with at least 3 years programming and running CMMs.
• Proficiency with CMM software such as PC-DMIS, Calypso or a comparable platform, including programming from CAD models.
• Advanced knowledge of GD&T per ASME Y14.5 and the ability to read complex engineering drawings and models.
• Hands-on experience preparing AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports.
• Working knowledge of AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality systems, nonconformance handling and corrective action.
• Skilled with hand-held precision measuring instruments and surface plate inspection methods.
• Comfortable with computers, including ERP/MES systems, Microsoft Office or Google Workspace, and CAD viewers.
• Strong attention to detail, clear written and verbal communication, and the confidence to stop nonconforming product.
• Must be a U.S. person as defined by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), due to access to export-controlled technical data.

Preferred

• ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) or Certified Quality Technician (CQT), or GD&T certification (ASME GDTP).
• Experience with five-axis machined parts, tight-tolerance stainless, titanium and aluminum components, and passivation requirements.
• Experience with inspection software such as DISCUS, Net-Inspect or similar FAI/ballooning tools.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in a temperature-controlled inspection area and on an active machine shop floor.
• Requires standing, walking, and handling parts for extended periods, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Requires good close vision, with or without correction, and the manual dexterity to use precision instruments.
• Safety glasses and other required PPE must be worn on the shop floor.
• Schedule: Day Shift (7am-3:30pm Mon-Fri typical); overtime may be required based on production needs.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay
• Medical (Regence BlueCross BlueShield, Preferred Platinum) for employees and qualified dependents
• Dental (Beam Dental) for employees and qualified dependents
• Paid vacation that grows with tenure
• Modern five-axis equipment with automated pallet systems, shrink-fit tooling and high-pressure through-spindle coolant
• Opportunity for growth within a growing organization



Impulse Precision Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.