Quality Control Inspector

TJ Aerospace is a growing Aerospace manufacturing company specializing in milling/fabricating small to large high precision-machined and tight tolerance parts in Garden Grove, California.

Job Summary

TJ Aerospace is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Quality Control (QC) Inspector to join our team. This role plays a key part in ensuring that all mechanical and dimensional inspections, ranging from final product checks to in-process and receiving inspections, meet internal standards and customer requirements. The ideal candidate will have experience using Romer Arms, and other precision inspection tools in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The QC Inspector is responsible for verifying that all materials, hardware, and outsourced processes comply with applicable purchase orders, engineering drawings, 3D models, specifications, quality codes, and customer standards. This role is instrumental in upholding the company’s commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform daily startup checks of Romer Arm, angular accuracy checks, scale bar checks etc.
• Read, understand and accurately interpret Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), drawings, models and specifications to ensure accurate and efficient measurement of parts
• Ensuring quality of manufactured goods through proactive QC support
• Operate Hexagon Portable Romer Arm CMMs
• Perform in-process, receive final inspections and analyze inspection data for compliance
• Document First Article Inspections using AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports, including submitting reports through net-inspect when required by the customer
• Assist with inspections using a variety of other metrology equipment and hand-tools (e.g., micrometers, bore gages, calipers, height gauge, indicators fixtures, etc.)
• to ensure complete inspection and product quality on new and existing products
• Completion of pertinent data records including PC-DMIS inspection reports, job log entry into the ERP, job routing package, inspection reports and logs, job techniques and customer specific documentation requirements
• Maintain accurate and complete records of inspections and prepare non-conformance reports
• Ensure that all non-conforming products are correctly identified and segregated until disposition (rework or scrap) can be determined
• Generate TJ Aerospace, CofC, Pack List and prepare final documentation as required
• Recording pass/fail grade of products, red tag nonconforming products and initiate NCRs
• Assists production in the qualification of machine set-ups, first piece verifications, etc.
• Interacts with customers and government representatives during First Article Inspection, audits, and mandatory verification points
• Be a liaison between the manufacturing workstation members and other functional areas for resolving issues that may hinder production
• Maintain safety operations by adhering to procedures and policies
• Perform periodic machine PMs as required by OEM and internal PM schedule
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Quality Control Manager

Qualifications:

• Highly skilled at interpreting engineering models, specifications and blueprint requirements including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Strong mathematical skills including proficiency with statistical concepts, fundamentals of plane and solid geometry, and trigonometry
• Proficient with Aerospace First Article Inspection standard (AS9102)
• Strong understanding/knowledge of CMM PC-DMIS software
• Highly proficient with the use of Height gauges, Indicators, Ring, Pin, Thread Gages, Go/No- Go gages, calipers, micrometers, bore gages and surface table setups
• Good verbal and written communication skills across all levels of the organization
• Embodies the personal commitment to the shared core values of TJ Aerospace
• Ensure all internal and external customers receive positive service experiences
• Attention to detail and a good team player
• Promotes a sense of urgency to expedite work through inspection operations
• Able to make effective and timely decisions
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Able to work efficiently with minimal supervision
• Able to work both independently and as a team
• Proficient in various computer software applications such as MS Word, Excel, and Outlook

Education and Experience:

• Minimum Requirements – High school diploma or equivalent
• AA in Mechanical Engineering plus formal PC-DMIS training and certifications preferred
• Hexagon formal training certifications (e.g., 101, 201, 301, etc.) – preferred
• 3+ years of experience using PC-DMIS – preferred
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical inspection in the Aerospace Industry
• 5+ years of experience working under AS9100 QMS, including AS9102 FAIs
• Experience with OEM aerospace customer specifications (Boeing, Lockheed, Collins, etc.)
• Net-Inspect experience – preferred
• Completion of an advanced level GD&T training course – preferred
• ASQ Certified Mechanical Inspector Certification – preferred
• Experience with DISCUS inspection software a plus but not required
• Keyence comparator experience a plus but not required
• Laser Tracker experience a plus but not required

Competencies:

• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong sense of urgency
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Must be able to work well both independently and in a team environment
• Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Outlook
• Ability to navigate various computer systems
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Able to interpret blueprints at a basic level, use simple math to perform basic calculations, and use basic hand-held measuring tools
• Background in Lean manufacturing principles is a plus