Dimensional/Mechanical Inspector

Next Matter; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term stock incentives

Comprehensive medical insurance

Three weeks of paid time off

Job summary

A defense technology firm in Torrance is seeking a Dimensional/Mechanical Inspector to support the assembly of precision components for hypersonic vehicles. Candidates should possess 3+ years of experience in aerospace or defense environments, with an emphasis on dimensional inspections and engineering drawing interpretation. The role includes ensuring compliance throughout production and maintaining accurate inspection records. This position offers stock incentives, comprehensive insurance, and three weeks of paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience inspecting mechanical or structural hardware in an aerospace or defense environment.
• Strong proficiency reading and interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Knowledge of mechanical workmanship standards and assembly practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections of machined parts, sheet metal, and assemblies.
• Conduct dimensional inspections using precision measurement tools.
• Verify material certifications and compliance documentation.

Skills

Dimensional inspection

Interpreting engineering drawings

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Using precision measurement tools

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Job description

About Castelion

Castelion is bringing a new approach to defense development and production: one that focuses on short, iterative design cycles, rapid testing in development, and modern commercial manufacturing strategies for production at scale. We're designing, building, and testing next generation long range strike weapon systems to give America and its Allies a definitive edge and deter future conflicts.

Dimensional/Mechanical Inspector

The Dimensional/Mechanical Quality Inspector will support the manufacturing and assembly of precision mechanical components and structures for long-range hypersonic strike vehicles. This is an hourly, non-exempt position located in our Torrance facility. In this role, you will ensure mechanical parts and assemblies meet drawing, specification, and quality requirements throughout the production lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspection of machined parts, sheet metal, hardware, and mechanical assemblies
• Conduct dimensional inspections using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and other precision measurement tools
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and acceptance criteria
• Verify material certifications, traceability, and compliance documentation
• Perform visual inspection for workmanship, damage, cleanliness, and configuration accuracy
• Support first article inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102 requirements
• Document nonconformances clearly and work with manufacturing and engineering on resolution
• Maintain accurate inspection and acceptance records in accordance with the quality management system
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to inspection methods and defect reduction
• Assist with customer and government source inspections as required

Basic Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience inspecting mechanical or structural hardware in an aerospace or defense environment
• Strong proficiency reading and interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T
• Experience using common dimensional inspection tools
• Knowledge of mechanical workmanship standards and assembly practices
• High level of attention to detail and strong analytical skills

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience supporting R&D and early-stage production programs
• Prior involvement inspecting flight or mission-critical hardware
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable collaborating with machinists, assemblers, engineers, and quality personnel
• Ability to manage shifting priorities while maintaining inspection accuracy
• Familiarity with digital quality systems and inspection documentation

All employees are granted long-term stock incentives as part of their employment as Castelion. All employees receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance, and the company offers three weeks of paid time off per year.

Bias to Action and Creative Problem Solving

Desire and experience questioning assumptions in ways that lead to breakthrough ideas that are ultimately implemented. Successfully bring in applicable processes/concepts/materials from other industries to achieve efficiency gains. Ability to personally resolve minor issues in development without requiring significant support.

High Commitment, High Initiative

A successful candidate will have a genuine passion for Castelion's mission and consistently look for ways to contribute to the company's technical goals and prevent hardware blockers. Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere. Strong sense of accountability and integrity.

Clear Communicator

Proactively communicates blockers. Trusted in previous roles to be voice of company with regulators, suppliers, gate keepers and customers. Capable of tactfully managing relationships with stakeholders to achieve company-desired outcomes without compromising relationships. Emails, IMs and verbal interactions are logical, drive clarity, and detailed enough to eliminate ambiguity.

ITAR Requirements

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Employment with Castelion is governed on the basis of competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.