QA Engineering Tech I (Machine Shop/CMM Inspection) - Black Mountain, NC

Kearfott Corporation; Grovestone (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

9/80 Schedule

Job summary

Kearfott Corporation in Black Mountain, NC is seeking a skilled Quality Inspector to perform advanced inspections and support measurement activities across incoming, in-process, and final areas. The role requires reading complex blueprints, GD&T, and performing CMM-based validation with minimal supervision.

This onsite position offers a 9/80 schedule, opportunities to mentor inspectors, and collaboration with Quality Engineering and Operations to resolve nonconformities and drive continuous

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, specifications, tolerances, and GD&T requirements.
• Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible quality inspection, metrology, calibration, manufacturing quality, or related technical experience.
• Proficiency with manual inspection equipment and at least one advanced specialty such as CMM, automated/vision inspection, gage calibration/metrology, FAI, or customer coordination.
• Experience using Microsoft Office tools and ERP/QMS systems to document results and communicate across functions.
• Ability to work independently, troubleshoot, and mentor others; U.S. Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced inspection, test, and measurement across multiple quality areas.
• Support complex or urgent work, prioritizing tasks with minimal supervision.
• Use CMM, optical/vision, Keyence or equivalent for measurement and method validation.
• Support various inspections including FAI, first article, and final inspections per drawings and GD&T.
• Maintain gage calibration and coordinate to ensure equipment availability.
• Analyze inspection data to identify bottlenecks and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with Quality Engineering, Operations, and others to resolve nonconformities and root cause issues.
• Mentor and cross-train inspectors; help improve team efficiency and capabilities.

Skills

Quality inspection

Metrology

CMM

GD&T

Gage calibration

Automation/vision inspection

Documentation & data analysis

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP/QMS systems

Job description

Founded in 1918, Kearfott Corporation, a global Aerospace and Defense supplier for over 100 years, is a leader in the design and manufacture of precision motion control products and inertial navigation components.

Kearfott has a very long history of innovation and excellence and is the go-to brand for many of our global clients. Kearfott is trusted, respected and plays a vital role in the success of America's aerospace and defense industries. With over a century of expertise & experience, Kearfott is dedicated to providing quality, reliability, and cutting-edge technology to customers worldwide to meet their sea, land, air, and space navigation and guidance requirements.

Kearfott offers a comprehensive benefits package including a 401K, and Tuition Reimbursement. We offer a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.

We are looking for talented individuals who want to be part of a world-class work force. Join Kearfott and become part of a company that is recognized for technical expertise and respected world-wide as a 'full service' provider.

For more information, visit our website at www.kearfott.com

Position Description:

Shift: Swing shift (hours to be discussed with Hiring Manager)

Essential Functions:

• Perform advanced inspection, test, and measurement activities across Incoming, In-Process, Final/Outline, Machine Shop, Gage/Calibration, and other Quality areas as assigned.
• Support complex or urgent work in multiple inspection areas and is expected to exercise sound judgment, recognize priorities, maintain a strong sense of urgency, resolve routine roadblocks, and work effectively with limited supervision.
• Uses manual and automated inspection equipment and develop, program, validate, or improve methods using CMM, optical/vision, Keyence or equivalent measurement technology.
• Support first article, first piece, sample, final, and special inspections requiring interpretation of complex drawings, specifications, tolerances, and GD&T.
• Support gage control, calibration, equipment troubleshooting, and coordination to ensure measurement equipment is suitable and available for use.
• Use inspection data and process knowledge to identify bottlenecks, recurring issues, and opportunities to improve quality, cycle time, productivity, and inspection efficiency.
• Work independently and with Quality Engineering, Operations, and other departments to investigate nonconformities, support root cause/corrective action, and resolve technical issues.
• Serve as a technical resource by mentoring and cross-training inspectors, proactively identifying workload constraints, recommending solutions to Group Leaders, and collaborating to improve inspection efficiency, resolve technical issues, and strengthen team capabilities.

Required Education & Experience:

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, specifications, tolerances, and GD&T requirements.
• Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible quality inspection, metrology, calibration, manufacturing quality, or related technical experience; equivalent relevant experience and technical training can be considered.
• Demonstrated proficiency with manual inspection equipment and at least one advanced specialty such as automated/vision inspection, CMM, gage calibration/metrology, FAI, or customer/source inspection coordination and technical liaison support.
• Experience using Microsoft Office tools and applicable ERP/QMS systems to perform daily work, analyze data, document results, and communicate across functions.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, make timely quality decisions, troubleshoot technical problems, support root cause/corrective action, and train or mentor others.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated versatility across inspection, quality, or technical support activities, with the ability to apply expertise in changing operational needs.
• Experience anticipating workflow challenges, coordinating complex quality activities, and supporting internal or external stakeholders.
• Experience improving inspection methods, documentation, digital records, or quality processes through practical solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with Group Leaders, recommend improvements, mentor others, and strengthen team productivity without direct supervisory authority.
• Advanced capability in one or more specialties such as automation/programming, metrology/calibration, customer or source inspection coordination, data analysis, or process improvement.

This position is located 100% onsite at our Black Mountain, NC facility. Relocation assistance is not available.

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans