QUALITY TECHNICIAN - SR. QUALITY TECHNICIAN - Mechanical Systems - Quality Control

About the Company

We are R&D problem‑solvers providing independent, premier services to government and industry clients; since 1947 we work toward the betterment of humankind, pushing the boundaries of science and technology to develop solutions.

About the Role

As a Quality Technician in the Applied Power Division, you will inspect custom components for critical R&D projects, working directly with machinists and engineers in a hands‑on lab environment. Ability to obtain a security clearance is required. By joining our team, you will receive an additional $500.00 in your first paycheck (minus applicable taxes).

Role objectives:

• Help ensure every part delivered meets customer requirements and internal quality standards by performing accurate dimensional inspections on complex, tight‑tolerance components.
• Use inspection experience, GD&T understanding, and familiarity with CMMs to perform and support dimensional verification activities.
• Over time, expand skills into advanced CMM inspection and programming.
• Work closely with engineering and leadership to identify issues early, provide clear feedback, and support ongoing quality and process improvements.
• Bring a positive attitude, strong attention to detail, and a team‑first mindset.
• Be willing to learn new tools and methods, take on tasks beyond the initial job description, and support the broader team wherever quality and problem‑solving are needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform first‑article, in‑process, and final inspections using precision measurement tools to verify conformance to requirements.
• Conduct and document FAIs and review manufacturing documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Use CMM equipment to support dimensional inspections (programming experience not required) and assist with validating inspection results.
• Help interpret inspection data and, over time, contribute to improved methods for complex, tight‑tolerance features and inspection efficiency.
• Complete inspection reports, quality records, and traceability documentation; assist with calibration control of equipment.
• Identify and track nonconforming material, support root cause and corrective actions, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support the team by performing in‑process inspections, communicating trends and issues, and collaborating with engineering to resolve quality concerns.
• Assist with audits, safety practices, and cross‑functional teamwork to ensure quality and customer requirements are met.
• Take instruction and direction to follow tasks safely and accurately from senior staff.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Relevant technical training and substantial on‑the‑job experience in quality inspection.
• 2‑10 years of quality inspection experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably with precision machined components.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T.
• Experience operating CMMs for inspection is strongly preferred; interest in learning CMM programming over time is a plus.
• Experience creating fixtures to stabilize parts for accurate measurement.
• Experience working in a job shop or high‑mix, low‑volume custom manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Valid/clear driver’s license.

Special Requirements

• Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.

Benefits

• Additional $500.00 added to the first paycheck (minus applicable taxes).
• Benefits information available for the San Antonio location and all other locations via provided links.

Location: San Antonio, Texas.