Precision Mechanical Inspector - 1st Shift (Aerospace)

Sqaservices; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

SQA Services is hiring a Quality Mechanical Inspector in Bastrop, TX for a 6-month contract on the 1st shift (6:00am - 2:30 PM). The role requires inspecting precision mechanical parts, reading GD&T drawings, and ensuring compliance with QMS and build plans.

Candidates should have 3+ years of relevant experience and hold an associate degree or higher. Responsibilities include validating e-Cert packages, verifying records and certifications, identifying discrepancies, and conducting detailed

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience inspecting precision mechanical parts.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Proficient with hand inspection tools (tolerances ≥ .005”).
• Comfortable working with digital systems and new software.
• Must pass a background check.
• ITAR compliance required.
• Associate's degree or higher in a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Certification in inspection techniques or GD&T is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review and validate e-Cert packages for components, subassemblies, and final assemblies.
• Verify inspection records, test results, certifications, signatures, and approval workflows.
• Identify, document, and communicate discrepancies or nonconformances to Quality and Engineering.
• Ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, QMS requirements, and build plans, including traceability.
• Perform visual, dimensional, and physical inspections (incoming, in-process, final, and first article).
• Conduct surface plate inspections and lot sampling as required.
• Use precision tools such as micrometers, calipers, height gauges, dial indicators, and profilometers.
• Inspect workmanship issues (burrs, scratches, fasteners, edge distance, damage).
• Verify corrective actions and rework completion.
• Review shipping documentation and confirm proper packaging and preservation.
• Provide summary reports, weekly status updates, and support continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

GD&T interpretation

Precision inspection

Attention to detail

Reading blueprints

Background check compliance

Education

Associate degree or higher

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Height gauges

Dial indicators

Profilometers

Job description

SQA Services is hiring a Quality Mechanical Inspector in Bastrop, TX for a 6-month contract on the 1st shift (6:00am - 2:30 PM). The role requires inspecting precision mechanical parts, reading GD&T drawings, and ensuring compliance with QMS and build plans.

Candidates should have 3+ years of relevant experience and hold an associate degree or higher. Responsibilities include validating e-Cert packages, verifying records and certifications, identifying discrepancies, and conducting detailed