Inspector II - 2nd shift

Founded in 1918, Kearfott Corporation is a global Aerospace and Defense supplier with over a century of expertise in designing and manufacturing precision motion control products and inertial navigation components. Trusted worldwide, Kearfott delivers quality, reliability, and cutting-edge technology to meet navigation and guidance requirements for sea, land, air, and space applications.

About the role

The Inspector II performs complex inspections of parts, materials, and assemblies to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards. This role operates under supervision while building on existing inspection and quality assurance skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections of complex components and assemblies using direct observation and microscopes
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and work instructions
• Use advanced inspection equipment (height gauges, optical comparators, CMMs—basic operation)
• Verify material certifications, inspection reports, and supporting documentation for accuracy and compliance
• Identify nonconformances and participate in root cause investigations
• Support first article inspections (FAI) per AS9102
• Ensure compliance with AS9100 and customer-specific requirements
• Train and mentor junior inspectors
• Collaborate cross-departmentally, specifically with production and engineering, to resolve quality issues

Skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Strong team-building skills
• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization
• Strong influencing skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to bring assignments to successful completion
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent with knowledge of advanced shop math
• Basic understanding of metrology principles
• Ability to use a wide variety of precision mechanical, optical, and electro-mechanical measuring instruments
• 2-4 years' experience in a manual machine shop/inspection environment strongly preferred
• Must be a US Citizen

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• 401K
• Tuition Reimbursement

Schedule

9/80 schedule with every other Friday off