About this role
What You’ll Do:
- Perform dimensional inspection of composite, machined, and assembled parts using 3D scanning systems and traditional measuring equipment
- Learn and operate the SCANTECH NimbleTrack 3D scanning system to collect accurate dimensional data
- Build PolyWorks inspection projects from scratch , including importing CAD models, establishing alignments, creating measured features, defining characteristics, and generating inspection reports
- Translate engineering drawing Critical to Quality (CTQ) requirements into effective inspection methods within PolyWorks
- Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) when developing and performing inspections
- Understand and appropriately apply datum-based alignments, best-fit alignments, and other part alignment strategies
- Develop inspection methods that allow features and characteristics to be extracted reliably and efficiently from 3D scan data
- Create clear, repeatable, and easy-to-understand inspection reports for internal teams and external customers
- Review engineering drawings, CAD models, work instructions, and customer requirements to determine appropriate inspection methods
- Perform First Article Inspections and support completion of AS9102 inspection documentation
- Use calipers, micrometers, height gages, pin gages, and other conventional inspection equipment when appropriate
- Enter and maintain inspection data within our MES ( Matrix ) and help improve digital quality and inspection workflows
- Support investigations of nonconforming product, rework, corrective actions, and other quality issues
- Understand and support Measurement System Analysis (MSA) activities, including Gage R&R studies
- Understand the fundamentals behind Statistical Process Control (SPC) and use inspection data to help identify process trends and opportunities for improvement
- Support maintenance and improvement of the Layup Parts AS9100 Quality Management System
- Assist with document control and controlled-document revisions
- Maintain calibration records and support calibration tracking activities
- Assist with employee training records and training matrix upkeep
- Develop and maintain Excel-based inspection templates and quality records
- Track and follow up on Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs), Opportunities for Improvement (OFIs), and other quality-system actions
- Support basic internal auditing and collection of objective evidence for AS9100 compliance
- Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Production, and Software teams to improve inspection methods, product quality, and manufacturing processes
- Perform Quality Inspector responsibilities, including receiving inspection, in-process inspection, final inspection, nonconformance documentation, and other inspection activities as needed
- As Layup Parts’ metrology capabilities expand, potentially learn basic ZEISS CMM programming and operation using CALYPSO
What We’re Looking For:
- Be awesome! Be the kind of person you want to work with!
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering , Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field
- Recent engineering graduates with strong technical aptitude and hands-on interests are encouraged to apply
- Experience working with 3D CAD software and the ability to navigate and interpret 3D models
- Comfortable reading engineering drawings and learning to apply GD&T
- Strong spatial reasoning and an ability to understand how engineering requirements relate to physical parts and measurement data
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail and a strong standard for precision, repeatability, and data integrity
- Comfortable learning technically complex software and developing repeatable workflows
- Able to clearly document technical findings and communicate inspection results to engineering, production, customers, and other stakeholders
- Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
- Comfortable working independently while also collaborating closely with engineering and production teams
- Eagerness to learn both advanced metrology and aerospace quality-system requirements
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on production environment
- Willing and able to perform traditional hands-on inspection activities in addition to computer-based metrology work
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted
- Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying
Preferred:
- Experience with PolyWorks Inspector , although prior PolyWorks experience is not required
- Experience with 3D scanning, structured-light scanning, photogrammetry, laser scanning, or other portable metrology equipment
- Experience creating inspection plans from engineering drawings
- Familiarity with datum reference frames, best-fit alignment, surface profile, position, runout, and other common GD&T controls
- Experience with aerospace, composites, machining, or other precision manufacturing environments
- Familiarity with AS9100, AS9102, or ISO 9001
- Understanding of Gage R&R, Measurement System Analysis, SPC, process capability, or basic engineering statistics
- Experience with First Article Inspections
- Experience with MES, ERP, PLM, or QMS platforms
- Advanced Microsoft Excel experience
- Exposure to CMM programming or operation, particularly ZEISS CALYPSO
- Previous internship, co-op, laboratory, Formula SAE, aerospace club, manufacturing, machining, inspection, or other hands-on engineering experience
Final compensation is based on your experience, skills, education, and what you bring to the table.