Aerospace Quality Inspector - CMM & GD&T Expert

Brightpath Associates LLC; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Brightpath Associates LLC in Tempe, Arizona is seeking a machining quality inspector responsible for final inspections, in-process audits, and FAI to ensure conformance to complex drawings and aerospace specifications.

You will operate CMM and Surfcom contour tracer, interpret GD&T, maintain quality records, complete 8130 documentation, and support DSQR and customer inspections in a Lean manufacturing setting. This role requires 3+ years of relevant experience and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of machining quality inspection experience.
• GD&T, metrology, CMM experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform final inspections and in-process audits of machined parts and assemblies.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, aerospace/military specifications, and work instructions.
• Operate CMM, Surfcom contour tracer, and other precision measuring equipment.
• Perform First Article Inspections (FAI) and maintain quality records and certifications.
• Complete 8130 documentation, DMRs, and customer inspection requirements.
• Support DSQR/customer inspection delegate qualification and manage source inspectors.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

First Article Inspection

GD&T

Metrology

Quality inspections

Education

High School diploma

ASQ certification

Tools

CMM

Surfcom contour tracer

Job description

Brightpath Associates LLC in Tempe, Arizona is seeking a machining quality inspector responsible for final inspections, in-process audits, and FAI to ensure conformance to complex drawings and aerospace specifications.

You will operate CMM and Surfcom contour tracer, interpret GD&T, maintain quality records, complete 8130 documentation, and support DSQR and customer inspections in a Lean manufacturing setting. This role requires 3+ years of relevant experience and a high school diploma.