Inspector II

Pursuit Aerospace; Plainville (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

Pursuit Aerospace is seeking an experienced Inspector to join our Plainville, CT team. This on-site position focuses on detailed inspections of parts and assemblies, interpreting drawings and GD&T, and ensuring conformance before shipment.

Responsibilities include maintaining inspection data, preparing FAI packages, and collaborating with production and engineering. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in aerospace inspection, strong measurement tool skills, and the ability to work both

Qualifications

• 3+ years inspection experience in manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Proficient in MS Word and Excel; able to write routine reports.

Responsibilities

• Inspect parts and assemblies using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and fixtures.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and non-conformance reports.
• Prepare First Article Inspection (FAI) packages.
• Verify conformance to drawings and customer requirements.
• Conduct in-process inspections throughout manufacturing.

Skills

Inspection experience

Reading drawings

GD&T principles

MS Word & Excel

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMM

Job description

About Us:

As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, Pursuit Aerospace is founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous, operational improvement and extraordinary customer service. We pride ourselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality.

The Pursuit family of companies has cultivated long-term relationships with our customers around the world through respect, teamwork, technology, and trust. We are driven to develop industry leading process innovations and manufacturing techniques on behalf of our customers. Our exceptional quality is driven by a deep investment in and the daily practice of continually improving our people, processes, and products.

About the Opportunity:

We're looking for an experienced Inspector to join our dynamic team. This is a great opportunity to contribute to a growing organization that values excellence, innovation, and integrity. As an Inspector, you will play a key role in ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of quality and compliance before reaching our customers. You will be responsible for performing detailed inspections of parts and assemblies using a variety of tools and techniques, interpreting engineering drawings, and working closely with production and engineering teams.

Location

Plainville, CT - This position is 100% on site, Monday through Friday with overtime available (1st shift: 7:00am-3:30pm).

Responsibilities:

• Inspect product using inspection tools and equipment such as vernier calipers, height gauges, depth gauges, micrometers, cylindrical plugs and thread gauges, indicators, inspection fixtures and visual inspection on production parts, sub-assemblies, details or components prior to product shipment.
• Perform complex geometric layout inspection using standard variable gaging and relative mathematics.
• Maintain accurate records of inspection results, measurement data, and non-conformance reports. Prepare First Article Inspection (FAI) packages.
• Examine material or product for surface defects such as scratches, pits, and other surface irregularities.
• Verify dimensional compliance of all products with drawing and customer requirements.
• Performs in-process inspection of products throughout the manufacturing process to ensure compliance with all applicable mechanical and process related requirements.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years inspection experience
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time bases without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.
• Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 3-5 years of experience in quality inspection within aerospace manufacturing industry
• CMM Inspection experience
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
• Able to use Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) and other automated measuring devices.
• Proficiency in English language, both verbal and written. Proficient in MS Word and Excel
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with attention to detail.
• Proficient in Aerospace standards, able to interpret blueprint requirements, and GD&T principles.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and adept at troubleshooting quality issues.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires mobility in a manufacturing environment while using Personal Protective Equipment.
• Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to have prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 pounds.
• Personal protective equipment (e.g., safety glasses and safety shoes) is required on the shop floor
• Occasional weekend and evening work may be required to accommodate priorities, deadlines, and schedules.
• Must be able to travel between locations or to suppliers up to 25% of time.

Acknowledgements:

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Benefits:

Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. 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.