We have an outstanding Contract to Hire position for an Quality Inspector to join a leading Company located in the Ashburn, VA surrounding area.
**US Citizenship is required.****Candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.**
The Quality Inspector will be responsible for in-process and incoming inspection of composite parts and machined parts; in-process inspection of product in flow; and final inspection of completed products and documentation to verify conformance to standards, specifications, drawings, and other requirements.
Responsibilities:Provides detailed in-process and incoming inspections on flight vehicle composite components, machined parts, and assemblies using detailed drawings and established processes to verify conformance to manufacturing and design requirements.Inspects machined parts, composite parts, and assemblies for dimensional accuracy, using precision measuring instruments, templates, jigs, and fixtures.Visually inspects composite parts and assemblies for voids, porosity, delaminations, and other physical characteristics.Examines products for compliance with workmanship standards and proper installation of correct components, hardware, and wiring. Documents production non-conformances in accordance with prescribed procedures and processes as required.Collaborates with quality engineers in developing inspection requirements and techniques and in implementing quality plans. Reviews new or modified drawings and/or work instructions for compliance with quality standards and recommends changes as required.Assists in evaluating defect data to identify trends and collaborates with quality engineers to make recommendations on process improvements.Verifies that final inspections and data packages for product shipments are complete.Performs data entry and maintains records for inspections, non-conformances, and reports.Other duties as assigned.
Basic Hiring Criteria:High school diploma or equivalent.Minimum 2 years in a high-tech development or production manufacturing environment.
Desired Qualifications:Associate's Degree in a technical discipline is preferred.Good interpersonal and teaming skills.The ability to work independently and with little direction.Fundamental understanding of quality philosophies, principles, systems, methods, tools, and standards.Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings. Excellent people skills to include collaborating in a multi-disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team environment.Outstanding work ethic and commitment to organizational success.Proficient with Microsoft Office products.Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, & presentation).Experience receiving/inspecting parts and assemblies is highly desired.Experience in defense/government program Quality Assurance and manufacturing.Past inspection of military or aerospace products experience.Existing DoD clearance with current 5-year update or CE.