Precision Mechanical Inspector – Space & Defense

Karman Space & Defense; Corona (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

HSA with company contribution

FSA

Life/AD&D insurance

Short/long-term disability

Job summary

Karman Space & Defense seeks a Mechanical Inspector in Corona, CA to perform precise mechanical and visual inspections, interpreting engineering data and documenting conformance. You will collaborate with manufacturing, program management, and customer source inspectors to ensure all components meet stringent standards.

The role requires hands-on use of calipers, micrometers, and laser tracker equipment, with a focus on maintaining quality and supporting quotation efforts.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience inspecting machined parts and assemblies with calipers, micrometers, and laser tracker equipment.
• Experience working with customer source inspectors and interpreting blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and visual inspections using engineering data, blueprints, and models.
• Generate inspection reports documenting conformance.
• Coordinate with customer inspectors to verify product conformance.
• Support production with inspection needs and review data for quoting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Blueprint interpretation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Laser tracker

Hand inspection tools

Job description

Karman Space & Defense seeks a Mechanical Inspector in Corona, CA to perform precise mechanical and visual inspections, interpreting engineering data and documenting conformance. You will collaborate with manufacturing, program management, and customer source inspectors to ensure all components meet stringent standards.

The role requires hands-on use of calipers, micrometers, and laser tracker equipment, with a focus on maintaining quality and supporting quotation efforts.