Quality Control Inspector - CMM / GD&T (Aerospace)

J.M. Fabrication Company, LLC; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

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Job summary

J.M. Fabrication Company, LLC in Arlington, TX is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to operate the CMM and apply GD&T per ASME Y14.5. You will run PC-DMIS programs, review data, and generate inspection reports.

This role emphasizes first article and in-process inspections, datum frames, and traceability of results to part and drawing revisions. You will verify measurements with micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and surface plate, while maintaining strict quality and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of dimensional or quality inspection experience in manufacturing, including hands-on CMM operation.
• PC-DMIS experience loading and running existing programs, checking alignments, and interpreting results.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and apply GD&T to actual parts and setups.
• Skilled with precision hand gauges and manual dimensional inspection.

Responsibilities

• Run approved PC-DMIS inspection programs on the CMM, review the data, and produce inspection reports.
• Before accepting a result, confirm the part ID, drawing revision, program, fixturing, probe qualification, and alignment.
• Perform first article, in-process, final, and receiving inspection as assigned.
• Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T per ASME Y14.5 to the revision called out by the drawing or customer.
• Apply datum reference frames, feature control frames, basic dimensions, true position, profile, flatness, perpendicularity, parallelism, and runout to real setups and results.
• Verify features manually with micrometers, calipers, height gauges, dial indicators, pin gauges, and a surface plate.
• Investigate unexpected readings and elevate setup, alignment, program, or print-interpretation questions.
• Record results accurately with full traceability to part, job, drawing revision, and gauge.
• Tag and segregate nonconforming material per procedure and alert Quality and Production promptly.
• Help prepare AS9102 first article inspection reports when customers require them.
• Check calibration status, perform routine operator checks and cleaning, and report gauge or machine problems.
• Contribute to root cause analysis, corrective action, and better inspection methods.
• Keep the inspection area organized and follow quality and safety procedures.

Skills

Dimensional inspection

CMM operation

GD&T interpretation

Reading drawings

Documentation & traceability

Attention to detail

Communication

Independence

Excel basics

Tools

PC-DMIS

Excel

Job description

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Quality Control Inspector - CMM / GD&T (Aerospace)

Full Time Arlington, TX, US

Salary Range: $25.00 To $35.00 Hourly

Quality Control Inspector - CMM / GD&T | Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing | Arlington, TX

About J.M. Fabrication

J.M. Fabrication Company, LLC is an ITAR-registered aerospace and defense manufacturer in Arlington, Texas, producing precision machined parts, fabricated components, and assemblies. This QC Inspector position reports to our Quality Manager.

What You Will Do

• Run approved PC-DMIS inspection programs on the CMM, review the data, and produce inspection reports
• Before accepting a result, confirm the part ID, drawing revision, program, fixturing, probe qualification, and alignment
• Perform first article (FAI), in-process, final, and receiving inspection as assigned
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T per ASME Y14.5, to the revision called out by the drawing or customer
• Apply datum reference frames, feature control frames, basic dimensions, true position, profile, flatness, perpendicularity, parallelism, and runout to real setups and results
• Work with MMC, LMC, RFS, and bonus tolerance where they apply
• Verify features manually with micrometers, calipers, height gauges, dial indicators, pin gauges, and a surface plate
• Investigate unexpected readings and elevate setup, alignment, program, or print-interpretation questions
• Record results accurately with full traceability to part, job, drawing revision, and gauge
• Tag and segregate nonconforming material per procedure and alert Quality and Production promptly
• Help prepare AS9102 first article inspection reports when customers require them
• Check calibration status, perform routine operator checks and cleaning, and report gauge or machine problems
• Contribute to root cause analysis, corrective action, and better inspection methods
• Keep the inspection area organized and follow quality and safety procedures

What You Bring (Required)

• 2+ years of dimensional or quality inspection experience in manufacturing, including hands-on CMM operation
• PC-DMIS experience loading and running existing programs, checking alignments, and interpreting results
• Ability to read engineering drawings and apply GD&T to actual parts and setups
• Skilled with precision hand gauges and manual dimensional inspection
• Understanding of how fixturing, alignment, cleanliness, and temperature affect measurement accuracy
• Strong attention to detail and accurate, complete record-keeping
• Clear communicator who can explain inspection findings to Quality and Production
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and electronic inspection or manufacturing records
• Works independently within procedures and knows when to ask for technical guidance

Nice to Have

• PC-DMIS programming: creating, editing, troubleshooting, and validating CMM programs
• Inspection of precision CNC machined parts, fabrications, or assemblies
• AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality system experience
• Knowledge of CNC milling, turning, or fabrication processes
• SPC and MSA familiarity
• Training or certification in metrology, GD&T, or quality inspection

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Inspection area and shop floor with normal manufacturing noise
• Extended standing or sitting while setting up parts, running equipment, and documenting results
• Precise positioning of parts and gauges requiring manual dexterity
• Lift and move parts up to 50 lbs, with assistance or lifting equipment as appropriate
• Essential functions performed with or without reasonable accommodation