QUALITY INSPECTOR III

About the Role

The Quality Inspector is a senior-level position responsible for inspecting, testing, and verifying materials, processes, and finished products to ensure they meet established standards, contract requirements, and internal quality procedures. This position requires extensive technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and the ability to work independently on complex assignments. The role emphasizes innovation, quality, and collaboration to ensure operational readiness and reliability while mentoring junior team members and contributing to organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, inprocess, and final inspections on parts, assemblies, and materials
• Verify conformance to specifications, drawings, and work instructions
• Document inspection results accurately and maintain quality records
• Identify nonconforming material, initiate NCRs, and support corrective action processes
• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to resolve quality issues
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and help maintain quality system compliance

Safety, Compliance, and Security

• Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols, quality standards, and regulatory requirements, including DoD contractor policies
• Participate in and lead safety training initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and risk mitigation
• Maintain security clearance requirements and follow all protocols for handling sensitive information and materials

Leadership and Collaboration

• Provide technical expertise, mentorship, and training to junior technicians, fostering skill development and ensuring quality standards are met
• Lead cross-functional teams to complete complex projects and resolve technical challenges in a defense-focused environment
• Communicate effectively with engineers, supervisors, and stakeholders to report progress, issues, and recommendations

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, with additional technical coursework or certifications required
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, quality control, or inspection roles
• Ability to interpret and analyze complex technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications to ensure compliance with quality and DoD standards
• Strong understanding of safety protocols, quality standards, and industry regulations, including DoD contractor requirements
• Advanced math skills, including algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and shop math

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ISO-based and/or AS-based quality systems
• Familiarity with nonconformance reporting and corrective action processes
• Experience in defense, aerospace, or highly regulated manufacturing environments
• Experience in Machining, Welding, Estimating and/or Drafting a plus

Work Environment

• Work is performed in industrial, manufacturing, or climate-controlled environments
• Requires standing, sitting, bending, lifting (up to 50 pounds), and performing repetitive hand and wrist movements
• Exposure to noise, heat, and other environmental factors typical of technical trades work
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required and provided

Why CTC?

• Mastering the future of manufacturing: Be at the forefront of technological advancements in advanced manufacturing
• Innovate for impact: Your work will push the boundaries of what's possible, from next-generation armaments to groundbreaking environmental solutions that directly impact critical missions and the lives of those protecting our country
• Work alongside the best: Collaborate with a passionate team of engineers and scientists, united by a shared drive to excel and a commitment to delivering outstanding results
• Leave your mark: CTC is more than just a job. It's a launchpad for your engineering dreams
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Although our work at CTC is extremely important, we also recognize the need for our employees to maintain a proper mix of work and personal life