Incoming Quality Inspector (Machined Parts & Electronics)

FLIR Systems, Inc.; Elkridge (MD); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Teledyne FLIR Defense in Elkridge, MD seeks an Incoming Quality Inspector to inspect machined components, fabricated parts, and electro‑mechanical assemblies used in our products. You will review documentation, identify nonconforming material, and work with cross‑functional teams in an ISO 9001‑certified manufacturing setting.

The role requires 2+ years of quality inspection experience, ability to read engineering drawings, and proficiency with precision measuring tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of quality inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience using inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming machined, fabricated, electronic, and electro‑mechanical components per drawings and quality standards.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections with precision measuring tools.
• Verify supplier documentation and First Article Inspection packages when required.
• Review nonconforming material and support disposition with cross‑functional teams.
• Enter inspection results and quality data into company systems and generate reports.

Skills

Quality inspection

Reading drawings

Measurement tools

Documentation

Communication

MS Office

Detail oriented

Physical ability

Education

HS diploma

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Depth gauges

Thread gauges

Measuring instruments

Job description

Job Description

Be visionary Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research. We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Summary

Teledyne FLIR in Elkridge, MD designs and manufactures advanced robotic, surveillance, and security technologies. We are seeking an Incoming Quality Inspector to inspect precision machined components, fabricated metal parts, electronic assemblies, and electro-mechanical hardware used in our products. This role supports production quality by performing incoming inspections, reviewing documentation, identifying nonconforming material, and working with cross‑functional teams in an ISO 9001‑certified manufacturing environment.

Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming machined, fabricated, electronic, and electro-mechanical components in accordance with inspection requirements, engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards.


• Perform visual and dimensional inspections using precision measuring tools including calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, thread gauges, and other inspection equipment.


• Verify supplier documentation, Certificates of Conformance, and First Article Inspection (FAI) packages when required.


• Review and process nonconforming material, document findings, and support disposition activities with Production, Engineering, Purchasing, and Quality teams.


• Enter inspection results and quality data into company systems and generate reports as needed.


• Read and interpret engineering drawings, mechanical prints, specifications, and inspection requirements.


• Help ensure compliance with company quality procedures and ISO 9001 requirements.


• Communicate effectively with internal teams and suppliers to resolve quality issues.


• Maintain accurate inspection records and documentation.

Required Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• 2+ years of quality inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.


• Experience performing dimensional inspections of machined, fabricated, electronic, or electro-mechanical components.


• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, mechanical prints, and specifications.


• Experience using inspection and measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and measuring instruments.


• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods as needed.

Strongly Preferred Job Qualifications

• Experience with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).


• Familiarity with First Article Inspection (FAI) documentation.


• Knowledge of CNC machined parts, metal fabrication processes, and mechanical fasteners.


• Familiarity with welding processes and weld inspection techniques.


• Experience performing incoming, receiving, in-process, or final inspections in a manufacturing environment.


• Experience working in aerospace, defense, electronics manufacturing, industrial equipment, or electro-mechanical manufacturing environments.


• Experience working in an ISO 9001, AS9100, or similar quality‑managed manufacturing environment.


• Experience using SAP, SharePoint, or similar business systems.


• Experience with optical measurement systems such as Keyence equipment.

About Teledyne FLIR Defense

Join Teledyne FLIR Defense, where we’re dedicated to supporting critical missions with an exciting range of cutting‑edge technologies. Our products include advanced surveillance sensors, unmanned air and ground vehicles, sensing devices used to detect chemicals, biological agents, radiation and explosives, and a host of other solutions that help warfighters, first responders, and search-and-rescue teams do their jobs better. We’re looking for passionate innovators eager to shape the future of the Defense and Public Safety industries.

Salary Range

Salary Range: $48,400.00-$64,500.000

The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, local regulations (such as minimum wage), education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non‑merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

Applicants must be either a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, legal permanent resident, asylee, refugee or must be eligible to apply for and obtain the appropriate export control license from the U.S. Departments of State or Commerce.

Teledyne provides enabling technologies to sense, transmit and analyze information for industrial growth markets, including aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, energy, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.