Aerospace & Defense Dimensional Inspection Specialist

Torrey Holistics; Hudson (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k 4% match

PTO up to 5 weeks

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid family/medical leave

Safety shoes & glasses reimbursements

Job summary

The Entwistle Company is seeking an Aerospace & Defense Dimensional Inspection Specialist to ensure precision in measurements for mission-critical components. You will set up inspections, program/run CMM and FARO Arm checks, and verify features with micrometers, height stands, optical comparators, and thread gauges.

Daily duties include first-piece approvals, final inspections, and supplier verifications, with thorough documentation and formal reports.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent technical training required.
• Minimum 5 years of inspection experience with solid knowledge of GD&T.
• Ability to operate Coordinate Measuring Machines.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and analytical skills.
• Related military experience welcome.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings and travelers, set up mechanical and visual inspections, and program/run CMM and FARO Arm checks.
• Verify features with micrometers, height stands, optical comparators, and thread/plug gauges.
• Perform first-piece approvals, final product and assembly inspections, and supplier verifications.
• Document results and produce formal inspection reports; flag non-conformances and drive corrective actions.
• Recommend improvements to methods and equipment; interface with customer and government representatives.

Skills

GD&T

CMM operation

Micrometers

Calipers

Thread gauges

Visual inspection

Education

Associate’s Degree or technical training

Tools

FARO Arm

Keyence CMM

Optical comparators

Gauge blocks

Plating thickness gauges

Job description

Aerospace & Defense Dimensional Inspection SpecialistStep into a role where precision safeguards missions. Each measurement you take helps deliver mission-critical components that support U.S. and allied defense, contributing directly to national and global security. At The Entwistle Company, you’ll join a collaborative, innovative team that values your craftsmanship and encourages your growth.A day in the lifeMorning: Review work travelers and drawings, set up mechanical and visual inspections, and program/run CMM and FARO Arm checks. Verify features with micrometers, height stands, optical comparators, and thread/plug gauges.Midday: Perform first-piece approvals, final product and assembly inspections, and incoming verifications of vendor-supplied items for compliance with purchase orders. Capture plating thickness and validate GD&T callouts.Afternoon: Document results and produce formal inspection reports per company procedures. Flag non-conformances, notify production/assembly teams, follow through on corrective actions, and highlight quality trends for management attention. Recommend improvements to methods and equipment.Always: Interface professionally with customer and government representatives. Keep your area clean, safe, and organized. Perform other duties as assigned.Our missionBe a relied-upon provider of mission-critical defense components and systems across air, land, sea, and space—recognized for specialized capability, quality, and dependability.Design, manufacture, and build-to-print products that are innovative and cost-effective.Enable DoD, Prime, and Foreign Military customers—and the U.S. warfighter—to achieve mission success.Our values: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Commitment guide our daily decisions and long-term strategy.Tools and inspection methods you’ll useCMM machines and programsFARO ArmKeyence Wide Area CMMMicrometers, calipers, height standsOptical comparatorsThread and plug gauges, gauge blocksPlating thickness gaugesWhat you’ll bringAssociate’s Degree or equivalent technical school trainingMinimum 5 years of inspection experience with solid knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)Ability to operate Coordinate Measuring MachinesStrong attention to detail, organization, and analytical skillsComfort managing multiple priorities at onceProblem-solving mindset and initiativeAbility to thrive in a team environmentRelated military experience welcomeWe value military experience and recognize transferable skills. Candidates with the following or similar background may be a strong match:Army MOS: 94H – Test, Measurement, and Diagnostic Equipment Maintenance Support SpecialistNavy NEC: NDT/NDI Program PersonnelAir Force AFSC: 2A7X2 – Nondestructive Inspection SpecialistMarine Corps MOS: 6048 – Aircraft Nondestructive Inspection TechnicianCoast Guard Rating: NDI-Qualified PersonnelProficiencies we rely onGD&TAS9100 Quality SystemsPrecision Measurement & Hand MetrologyLockout/Tagout (LOTO)Precision Measurement & InspectionFirst Article Inspection (FAI)Machines & technologies you’ll useCoordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) (Faro)Measurement GaugesCalipers and MicrometersRewards & benefits401k – 4% match on 5% deferralsPTO – Up to 5 weeksEmployer Paid Life InsuranceEmployer Paid Short-termEmployer provided Paid Family/Medical LeaveGenerous Health Insurance CoverageDental Insurance AND Vision InsuranceSafety Shoes & Glasses reimbursementsEmployee Appreciation EventsCompetitive pay based on experience.