Aerospace CMM & Quality Inspector (GD&T)

KLA Industries; Portland (CT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

KLA Industries in Portland, Connecticut is seeking a Quality Control Bench Inspector for an aerospace client. The role focuses on inspecting incoming materials, in-process components, and finished products to verify compliance with engineering specifications.

Pay range is $24-29/hr. You will perform dimensional inspections using precision measuring tools, apply GD&T, review drawings and certifications, and maintain accurate inspection records.

Qualifications

• 2–8 years of inspection experience in aerospace or similar manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, blueprint interpretation, and dimensional inspection.
• Ability to interpret operation sheets, POs, specs, and special process certifications.
• Experience with precision measuring instruments to verify dimensions.
• Strong analytical skills, shop math, and attention to detail.
• Ability to evaluate manufacturing methods for quality compliance.
• Good verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and able to maintain inspection records.

Responsibilities

• Inspect in-process and finished products via visual and dimensional checks.
• Review purchase orders, operation sheets, blueprints, and certifications.
• Perform complex dimensional layout inspections with drawings.
• Apply GD&T principles to evaluate part conformity.
• Complete Inspection Method Sheets and record inspection results.
• Verify special process certifications against part specs.
• Conduct first-piece inspections and FAIs.
• Document nonconforming materials and report findings.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to address issues.

Skills

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Dimensional inspection

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Shop math

Job description

KLA Industries in Portland, Connecticut is seeking a Quality Control Bench Inspector for an aerospace client. The role focuses on inspecting incoming materials, in-process components, and finished products to verify compliance with engineering specifications.

Pay range is $24-29/hr. You will perform dimensional inspections using precision measuring tools, apply GD&T, review drawings and certifications, and maintain accurate inspection records.