Quality Inspector

Karman Space & Defense; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Health Savings Account

FSA

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Karman Space & Defense is seeking a Quality Inspector in Ogden, UT to perform dimensional inspections on high-precision parts using CMMs and metrology tools. Responsibilities include First Article and production inspections, documentation, and ensuring compliance with AS9100D standards.

Required are 3–5 years of aerospace inspection experience, GD&T knowledge, and proficiency with engineering drawings. Compensation includes medical, 401(k), PTO, and benefits. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–5 years of dimensional inspection in aerospace/defense or similar.
• Proficiency reading engineering drawings and GD&T to ASME Y14.5.
• Experience using metrology tools and CMM programs.
• Strong documentation and software skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate CMMs and metrology software (Calypso, PC-DMIS).
• Perform First Article, in-process, incoming, and final inspections.
• Verify part conformity to drawings and tolerances.
• Document results in reports and databases; support nonconformity resolution.
• Collaborate with machinists to ensure production compliance.

Skills

Dimensional inspection

GD&T

CMM operation

Engineering drawings interpretation

Quality assurance

MS Office

Inspection documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calypso

PC-DMIS

Bore gages

Profilometers

Height gages

Micrometers

Optical comparators

Job description

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Quality Inspector

Full Time Ogden, UT, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 3796

Salary Range: $28.00 To $35.00 Hourly

Karman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development, and production of critical, next-generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War and its allies’ core mission priorities, and meet the accelerating demand for access to space. Building on nearly 50 years of success, we deliver Payload & Protection Systems, Aero/Hydrodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting over 130 space and defense programs.

In this role, you will perform dimensional inspections on high‑precision machined components to ensure they meet stringent aerospace standards. You will operate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) and other metrology tools, support First Article and production inspections, and document results to maintain full compliance with engineering requirements and AS9100D standards. Your work directly supports quality, engineering, and operations teams by ensuring accurate measurements, identifying nonconforming parts, and contributing to continuous improvement of inspection processes.

Responsibilities

• Operates Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) using applicable metrology software such as Calypso or PC‑DMIS.
• Performs First Article, in‑process, incoming, and final inspections in accordance with AS9102 requirements.
• Utilizes a range of precision metrology tools to verify part compliance with engineering drawings and tight‑tolerance requirements.
• Documents inspection results by completing reports, logs, and quality database entries.
• Collaborates with machinists to verify First Article and production compliance to technical drawings.
• Identifies nonconforming parts and initiates corrective action procedures.
• Reviews production documentation to confirm completeness and compliance prior to shipment.
• Maintains inspection equipment and a clean, organized work area.
• Supports continuous improvement of measurement processes.
• Complies with regulatory requirements, company policies, operating procedures, and Quality Management System (QMS) standards.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of dimensional inspection experience in aerospace, defense, or a similar industry.
• Proficiency evaluating and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Strong knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
• Understanding of quality assurance sampling plans, including visual and dimensional examinations and related test methods.
• Ability to use metrology equipment such as bore gages, profilometers, height gages, micrometers, and optical comparators.

Preferred Qualifications

• Secondary education beyond high school.
• Experience operating CMM programs in Calypso and/or PC‑DMIS.
• Knowledge of standard mechanical inspection methods, tools, and tolerances.
• Familiarity with aerospace and defense industry regulations.
• Working knowledge of AS9100D Quality Management Systems.
• Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems such as Global Shop or Epicor.

This position requires U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws, including U.S. citizens and nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance
• Short‑and long‑term disability coverage

Karman Space and Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.