Inspector A (Quality)

Martin-Baker Aircraft Co. Ltd; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great company paid Benefits

Flexible Work Schedules

PTO

401k

Job summary

Martin‑Baker America is seeking an Inspector A to inspect machined parts, sheet‑metal components, and tooling to ensure conformance with drawings and standards. You will generate inspection reports and support quality documentation across in-house and supplier-produced parts.

The role requires strong skills in CMMs and precision instruments, interpretive drawing reading, and the ability to work independently while maintaining high accuracy. On-site position with excellent benefits and 401(k).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum 5 years of inspection or similar experience; engineering degree may substitute up to 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Inspect in-house and supplier parts to drawings, standards, and specifications.
• Complete inspection documentation and reports.
• Prepare First Article Reports, First Piece Reports, and Nonconforming Material Reports.
• Maintain inspection and tooling records (jigs, fixtures, templates).
• Develop inspection setups and surface-plate layouts for accurate measurement.

Skills

CMMs

Optical comparators

Hardness testers

Profilometers

Conductivity meters

Coating-thickness meters

Micrometers

Calipers

Bore gages

Dial indicators

Height gages

Engineering drawings

Shop math

Geometry & trig

Machining knowledge

Sheet-metal fabrication

Welding & assembly processes

Digital documentation systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CMMs

Optical comparators

Hardness testers

Profilometers

Conductivity meters

Coating-thickness meters

Micrometers

Calipers

Bore gages

Dial indicators

Height gages

Job description

Inspector A

• On-Site
• Full-Time
• Great company paid Benefits
• Flexible Work Schedules
• PTO
• 401k

Inspector A is responsible for inspecting in‑house and supplier‑produced machined parts, fabricated sheet‑metal components, and controlled inspection/production tooling. This role ensures all manufactured items meet applicable drawings, standards, and specifications, and completes all required inspection documentation and reports.

Key Skills:

• Proficient with specialized inspection tools (CMMs, optical comparators, hardness testers, profilometers, conductivity and coating‑thickness meters).
• Skilled in standard precision instruments (micrometers, calipers, bore gages, dial indicators, height gages).
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and apply shop math, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Basic knowledge of machining, sheet‑metal fabrication, welding, and assembly processes.
• Competent with computer applications and digital documentation systems.
• Ability to work independently, manage workload efficiently, and maintain high accuracy.
• Capable of developing inspection setups, surface‑plate layouts, and techniques for accurate measurement.
• You believe in our values: Integrity, Humility, Accountability, Teamwork, Understanding, and Professionalism.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 5 years of inspection or similar experience (an engineering degree may substitute for up to 3 years of the required experience).

Additional Requirements:

• Proficient in specialized inspection tools, including CMMs, optical comparators, hardness testers, profilometers, conductivity meters, and coating‑thickness meters.
• Skilled in standard precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, calipers, bore gages, dial indicators, and height gages.
• Ability to prepare First Article Reports, First Piece Reports, and Nonconforming Material Reports.
• Ability to maintain inspection and tooling records, including jigs, fixtures, and templates.

Why Martin‑Baker America?

Martin‑Baker America is a premier provider of crashworthy and ejection seat systems supporting aircrew safety and survivability across the United States and Canada. Our team is dedicated to precision, quality, and craftsmanship at every step of the manufacturing process.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

MBAI is a government contractor and provides priority consideration to veterans.

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Successful candidates will be required to complete a Background Check and Drug Screening