Quality Inspector

Critical Loop, Inc.; New Mexico; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity stock options

Health coverage with HRA

Retirement savings plan

Unlimited PTO

Job summary

Critical Loop, Inc. in New Mexico is seeking a skilled Quality Inspector to uphold rigorous QA standards across our aerospace and manufacturing operations.

You will inspect incoming supplier parts and verify in-house build readiness, ensuring traceability and compliance with design requirements. Join a hands-on team focused on QMS and continuous improvement, collaborating with engineering, production, and supply chain to document issues, manage non-conformances, and support MRB decisions while

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• 3+ years of aerospace/manufacturing inspection experience.
• 1+ years of blueprint reading or GD&T experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide detailed receiving and in-process inspections using drawings and CAD models.
• Verify conformance to manufacturing and design requirements.
• Review certifications and specifications for conformance.
• Document non-conformances according to procedures.
• Support QMS policies and procedure documentation.
• Support MRB by documenting non-conformances.
• Coordinate with engineering and supply chain to verify inspection plans and communicate results.
• Assist supplier quality inspections and containment when needed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Inspection experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Associate degree in a technical field

Job description

About Critical Loop

Critical Loop is shaping the next generation of energy systems by building the integrated edge grid of the future. Specializing in advanced energy management and battery control systems, Critical Loop empowers businesses and communities to seamlessly unite distributed energy resources for faster, more reliable, and affordable grid access. With deep expertise in grid modernization and a passion for creating resilient, responsive energy solutions, Critical Loop drives innovation at the intersection of technology and energy.

The Role

We are seeking a passionate Quality Inspector committed to championing our quality standards and process across the business. This role focuses on upholding and executing a rigorous quality management system that meets or exceeds industry standards. This is a hands‑on role, requiring the successful candidate to work directly with internal/external manufacturing, testing and production teams to inspect both incoming supplier parts as well as internal verification of build operations.

The ideal candidate will leverage their quality experience and hands on problem solving skills to ensure quality is maintained from receiving inspections through customer deployment readiness across the entire suite of Critical Loop product lines.

What You Will Do

• Provide detailed receiving and in-process inspections on different components and integrated systems across the suite of Critical Loop products; use detailed drawings, CAD models, and established processes to verify conformance to manufacturing and design requirements

• Perform documentation review and verification of certifications, specifications, and

  conformance to design and specification requirements

• Document non-conformances in accordance with prescribed procedures and processes as required

• Support quality management system (QMS) policies and procedure documentation, and assess compliance to company and industry standards

• Support the Material Review Board (MRB) process by documenting and managing

  non-conformances

• Partner with Product and Project engineering teams to verify inspection plans and communicate results

• Support Supply Chain in quality inspections of supplier systems, ensuring supplier compliance to inspection requirements and ongoing performance monitoring, and containment management, where applicable

Must-Haves

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate

• 3+ years of inspection experience in an aerospace, renewable technology, military, or manufacturing environment

• 1+ years of experience with blueprint reading and/or GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)

Nice-to-Haves

• Associate degree or higher in a technical or engineering field

• 5+ years of experience in a quality, inspection, or manufacturing role

• Understanding of ISO 9001/AS9100 quality management systems

• Ability to read and interpret vendor supplied material certifications

• Experience with assembly and integration of mechanical and electrical systems

• Experience working with paperless work instructions

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

• Strong communication skills; able to effectively communicate with engineering, supply chain and production groups

• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of managing priorities and tasks as delegated

• Strong understanding of safety programs and OSHA regulations and requirements

Work Authorization:

Critical Loop does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e H-1B, STEM OPT training plans etc.).

At Critical Loop, we're committed to rewarding and supporting our team. Our benefits package includes equity ownership through stock options, giving you a stake in our success, along with comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, and vision) through an HRA with a generous allowance. We also provide a retirement savings plan and unlimited paid time off so you can recharge and maintain work-life balance.

Critical Loop is an equal opportunity employer. We're committed to building a diverse team and creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.