Aerospace Quality Inspector: GD&T Expert

Laborup; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Laborup in Knoxville area is seeking Quality Inspectors for aerospace and defense machining. You will read engineering drawings with GD&T, develop inspection plans, and verify CNC-machined and welded parts at receiving, in-process, and final inspection using calibrated hand tools.

The role emphasizes low-volume, short-run work with high impact parts for aerospace programs. Candidates should have close tolerance inspection experience and knowledge of GD&T in an ISO-certified shop.

Qualifications

• Close tolerance machining or inspection experience.
• Experience in an ISO-certified manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read drawings and specifications.
• Working knowledge of GD&T.
• Hands-on experience with calipers, micrometers, and scales.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Blueprint reading: Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T callouts on every job.
• Inspection plans: Develop plans that verify parts meet drawing requirements.
• Receiving inspection: Check incoming parts and material against drawings and specs.
• In-process checks: Inspect parts mid-run to keep dimensions in tolerance.
• Final inspection: Verify finished parts, sub-assemblies, and equipment before shipment.
• Equipment testing: Test custom fabricated mechanical equipment against requirements.
• Documentation: Record and report all inspection and test results.

Skills

GD&T knowledge

Drawing interpretation

Inspection experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMM inspection methods

Height gauges

Bore gauges

Thread gauges

Job description

Laborup in Knoxville area is seeking Quality Inspectors for aerospace and defense machining. You will read engineering drawings with GD&T, develop inspection plans, and verify CNC-machined and welded parts at receiving, in-process, and final inspection using calibrated hand tools.

The role emphasizes low-volume, short-run work with high impact parts for aerospace programs. Candidates should have close tolerance inspection experience and knowledge of GD&T in an ISO-certified shop.