Aerospace Quality Inspector: Precision CNC & CMM

TekPro Engineering; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TekPro Engineering in the Chicagoland area is seeking a Quality Control Inspector with aerospace precision manufacturing experience. The role focuses on first article, in-process, and final inspections of high-precision CNC components.

You will read complex engineering drawings, interpret GD&T, operate CMMs and handheld metrology tools, and maintain AS9100-compliant inspection records. Collaboration with machinists and engineers is essential to resolve quality issues.

Qualifications

• Experience inspecting CNC-milled/turned aerospace components.
• Hands-on CMM experience; programming a plus.
• Proficient with micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, height gauges.
• Solid reading of drawings with GD&T knowledge.
• Familiarity with AS9100 and aerospace traceability.

Responsibilities

• Perform first article, in-process, and final inspections of aerospace components.
• Operate CMMs and handheld metrology tools for dimensional checks.
• Read and interpret GD&T on engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Document inspection results and maintain traceability per AS9100.
• Identify nonconformances and support corrective actions.

Skills

Dimensional inspection

CMM operation

GD&T interpretation

AS9100 knowledge

First Article Inspection

Handheld metrology

Tools

CMM software (PC-DMIS/CALYPSO)

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

TekPro Engineering in the Chicagoland area is seeking a Quality Control Inspector with aerospace precision manufacturing experience. The role focuses on first article, in-process, and final inspections of high-precision CNC components.

You will read complex engineering drawings, interpret GD&T, operate CMMs and handheld metrology tools, and maintain AS9100-compliant inspection records. Collaboration with machinists and engineers is essential to resolve quality issues.