Experienced QA Inspector (Aerospace)

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient, and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers. As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: "Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow."

At Exotic Metals Forming Division (EMFD), our highly talented team blends a passion for manufacturing with relentless customer support, making us the partner of choice for complex aerospace solutions. Working at EMFD is about being part of a team, a culture, something that is bigger than each of us individually. We began as a small group of people passionately committed to a common goal and take pride in everyone who strives to be the best at what they do every day, working collaboratively in a culture of continuous improvement.

About the role

This position is a Day Shift role with estimated hours of Monday through Thursday, 4:00 AM – 2:30 PM. The Experienced Quality Inspector is responsible for inspecting and verifying parts, components, and assemblies to ensure they meet applicable drawings, specifications, work instructions, quality standards, and customer requirements. This role performs inspections throughout the manufacturing process, including receiving, in-process, and final inspection, under the direction of certified inspectors or a supervisor. The inspector works closely with production, quality, and supervisory teams to ensure parts are processed accurately, defects are identified in a timely manner, and finished products meet required standards before release.

Responsibilities

• Complete training modules 7-10 or demonstrate understanding of and the ability to complete the following:
  • First Article inspection
  • Fastener and Fixture inspection
  • GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
• Apply Partmarks to product
• Perform first article inspections
• Visually inspect or check parts using a variety of precision measuring instruments
• Check dimensions and finishes against sketches, blueprints, manufacturing planning, and specifications
• Follow written and verbal instructions
• Perform all work in accordance with established standards and safety procedures

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• High school level mathematics skills and basic problem-solving ability
• Familiarity with machine tools and precision instruments
• Basic understanding of manufacturing planning and sketches
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T); knows the different symbols and how to apply them

Physical Requirements

• Use of protective equipment such as safety glasses as required to prevent injuries

Working Conditions

• Demonstrate proper and safe operation of equipment, and personal protective equipment including, but not limited to, safety glasses/full face shield, hearing protection, heat reflective body garments, and gloves as required

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements. U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or other appropriate status is required for certain positions.

Pay

Pay Range: $23.50/hr to $37.10/hr

Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefits

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision
• Voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and critical illness insurance with competitive premium costs
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay
• Company-provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Paid parental leave
• Short- and long-term disability programs
• Adoption assistance
• Care.com membership and financial planning assistance at no cost
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness at competitive rates
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays