Mechanical Inspector - Level 2

SQA Services, Inc.; Killdeer (ND); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

SQA Services, Inc. is hiring a Quality Mechanical Inspector Level 2 in Killdeer, ND. This part-time role supports first or second shift, performing rigorous inspections of machined rocket parts and related docs to ensure conformance to drawings and specs.

You will use micrometers, dial indicators, gauge blocks, height gauges, and profilometers to validate part dimensions and identify defects, with ITAR compliance and background checks required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience with precision mechanical parts inspection.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting drawings and industry standards.
• Proficient in GD&T and validating tolerances using hand tools.
• Willing to undergo a background check and ITAR compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support Receiving Department by performing inspections of machined rocket parts and related documentation.
• Perform detailed inspections—visual, dimensional, and physical—on components and materials across production phases.
• Operate precision instruments (micrometers, dial indicators, height gauges, profilometers) to verify conformity.
• Conduct surface plate inspections and statistical lot sampling per quality requirements.
• Identify defects and ensure corrective actions or rework are completed.

Skills

Reading drawings

GD&T

Manual measurement

Inspection proficiency

ITAR compliance

Background checks

Tools

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Gauge blocks

Height gauges

Profilometers

Job description

For nearly 30 years, SQA Services has been a leading provider of managed supplier quality services, offering audits, assessments, remote surveillance, corrective actions, remediation, inspections, and engineering solutions to manufacturers across all industries. We deliver these services by deploying a network of highly skilled associates based throughout the United States and in over 90 countries worldwide, ensuring rapid on-site support at your supplier locations. Our associates are expert quality assurance professionals with extensive experience and local expertise, enabling us to represent our clients on demand and with greater speed and efficiency than our competitors.

We’re hiring for aQuality Mechanical InspectorLevel 2 position inKilldeer, ND. This is an opportunity in which you will be supporting the first or second shift. This is a Part time position. If you have a passion for mechanical products and a keen eye for quality, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Receiving Department by performing inspections of machined rocket parts and associated documentation to reduce backlog of parts and paperwork.
• Perform detailed inspections—visual, dimensional, and physical—on components, assemblies, and raw materials throughout various production phases (including in-process, final, and first article) to verify compliance with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Operate and utilize precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, gauge blocks, height gauges, and profilometers to validate part conformity.
• Conduct surface plate inspections and statistical lot sampling based on quality requirements.
• Apply sharp visual inspection skills to identify workmanship issues and product defects, including damage such as burrs, scratches, loose fasteners, dings, and inadequate edge distances.
• Identify and categorize nonconformities and confirm that corrective actions or rework have beenproperly executed.
• Receiving shipping documentation for accuracy, confirming part numbers, serial numbers, change notices, and destination data are correct.
• Assure appropriate packaging, preservation, and delivery handling upon receiving.

Skills and Qualifications:

• 3+ years of hands-on experience with precision mechanical parts inspection.
• Strong ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings and industry/commodity standards.
• Proficient in GD&T and validating dimensions (tolerances ≥.005”) using hand tools (e.g., micrometers, calipers, height gauges).
• Ability to adapt to new technology and software.
• Excellent visual acuity to detect defects in complex products.
• Must be willing to undergo a background check.
• Must be ITAR compliant.

$31 - $33 an hour

SQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based on merit and qualifications, and is not influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

This position requires access to ITAR-controlled technical data and/or defense articles. Must be ITAR compliant and must be willing to undergo a background check.