Aerospace Quality Inspector: CMM & GD&T (2nd Shift)

Karman Space & Defense; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

HSA contribution

FSA

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Karman Space & Defense is seeking a skilled Dimensional Inspector to perform high-precision inspections on aerospace components. You will operate CMMs, verify drawings to tight tolerances, and document results to support quality and engineering teams.

Second shift option available: four days per week, ten hours per day. This role requires AS9100D awareness and experience with GD&T, with a focus on continuous improvement of measurement processes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of dimensional inspection experience in aerospace or defense.
• Proficiency evaluating and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Strong knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5.
• Experience with metrology equipment (e.g., bore gages, profilometers, height gages, micrometers, optical comparators).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Operates Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) using metrology software such as Calypso or PC-DMIS.
• Performs First Article, in-process, incoming, and final inspections per AS9102.
• Uses precision metrology tools to verify compliance with drawings and tight tolerances.
• Documents inspection results by completing reports, logs, and quality database entries.
• Collaborates with machinists to verify First Article and production compliance to drawings.
• Identifies nonconforming parts and initiates corrective actions.
• Reviews production documentation for completeness and compliance prior to shipment.
• Maintains inspection equipment and a clean, organized work area.
• Supports continuous improvement of measurement processes.

Skills

Dimensional inspection

GD&T (ASME Y14.5)

CMM programming

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Calypso

PC-DMIS

Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs)

Job description

Karman Space & Defense is seeking a skilled Dimensional Inspector to perform high-precision inspections on aerospace components. You will operate CMMs, verify drawings to tight tolerances, and document results to support quality and engineering teams.

Second shift option available: four days per week, ten hours per day. This role requires AS9100D awareness and experience with GD&T, with a focus on continuous improvement of measurement processes.