Quality Inspector (1st shift)

Héroux-Devtek; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

HSA/FSA options

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid holidays

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Beaver Aerospace & Defense, a Héroux-Devtek company in Livonia, MI, seeks a seasoned Quality Inspector on 1st shift to inspect high-precision aerospace components against tight tolerances. You will perform FAI, CTQ, and final inspections, operate CMM with Calipso, read blueprints, and document NCRs while interfacing with customers and inspectors.

Candidates must have 5+ years QA experience, GD&T knowledge, AS9100/ISO9001, ITAR eligibility, and strong attention to detail; overtime and weekend

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of quality assurance and inspection experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
• Proficiency with CMM operation, including Calipso software.
• Demonstrated proficiency reading blueprints and complex engineering drawings.
• Hands-on experience with calipers, micrometers, height gages, and other inspection tools.
• Working understanding of AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Experience inspecting tight tolerances (.0001″ or tighter).
• Ability to work 1st shift, with flexibility on start time, plus overtime and weekends as production demands.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic PC and data entry skills.
• Must meet ITAR eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Inspect product against engineering drawings and work instructions across machining processes including Lathe, Milling, Drilling, Deep Hole, OD/ID Grinding, Thread Grinding, and NDT.
• Perform First Article (FAI), Critical-to-Quality (CTQ), receiving, in-process, floor, and final inspections.
• Set up and operate CMM (Calipso software), calipers, micrometers, height gages, and other industry-standard precision measurement equipment.
• Inspect to tolerances ranging from .00001″ to .00005.
• Maintain the gauge calibration system — verify due dates and condition, coordinate third-party calibration, and ensure out-of-cal gages are removed from service.
• Generate and distribute detailed, legible Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).
• Communicating quality issues clearly and thoroughly across shifts — handoff communication is critical.
• Interface professionally with customers, source inspectors, and government inspectors during on-site visits and product reviews.
• Prioritize inspection workload across multiple active jobs and balance high-stakes ship decisions with quality integrity.
• Complete documentation required for traceability, compliance, and shipping.
• Perform internal audits assigned.
• Work to and uphold the Beaver Quality System procedures.

Skills

Quality assurance

GD&T ASME Y14.5

CMM operation

Blueprint Reading

Inspection tools

AS9100/ISO9001

ITAR eligibility

Shift flexibility

Tolerance inspection

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Calipso software

Job description

An International Leader In Aviation

Héroux-Devtek, the world's 3rd largest producer of landing gear, serves the civil and military aerospace markets from production facilities in North America, Europe, and the United Kingdom. The Company's longevity, flexibility, and track record for the development and implementation of innovative production systems have distinguished it as a leader in the domain.

Information On The Division

Located in Livonia, Michigan, spanning 3 facilities (100,000+ sq. ft.) with over 130 employees, Beaver Aerospace & Defense is one of Héroux-Devtek's centers of excellence for design, development, manufacturing, and assembly of ball screws, actuation systems, and other aerospace components. Our actuation solutions are installed on some of the most advanced aircraft, missile applications, and mission-critical space exploration systems in the world.

What we offer?

• Leaders who invest in your success, development, and growth
• A culture of true teamwork and pride in our product
• Competitive salaries linked to performance and paid time off
• 9 paid holidays
• Comprehensive group insurance plan including HSA/FSA options, Dental & Vision
• Coverage for Domestic Partnerships
• Supportive wellness program, including healthcare discounts
• Automatic Life Insurance with supplemental options
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match
• Tuition reimbursement for relevant certifications, education, and training
• Free access to a virtual doctor and the employee assistance program
• Social activities for all employees (BBQ, golf, holiday parties, etc.)
• Generous referral bonuses and recognition programs

Summary

Beaver Aerospace & Defense is hiring a seasoned Quality Inspector to join our 1st shift team, with flexibility on start time, inspecting high-precision aerospace and defense components against tolerances as tight as .00001″ to .00005.
Our products fly on some of the most demanding platforms in the world — there is no margin for “almost right.”
This is a fast-paced, floor-active role. You'll split your time across floor inspection, lab work, and documentation, interfacing directly with peers, source inspectors, government inspectors, and customers.
You’ll make decisive judgment calls under pressure, Quality = Quality and we expect speed and precision, every time.

Main Responsibilities

• Inspect product against engineering drawings and work instructions across machining processes including Lathe, Milling, Drilling, Deep Hole, OD/ID Grinding, Thread Grinding, and NDT.
• Perform First Article (FAI), Critical-to-Quality (CTQ), receiving, in-process, floor, and final inspections.
• Set up and operate CMM (Calipso software), calipers, micrometers, height gages, and other industry-standard precision measurement equipment.
• Inspect to tolerances ranging from .00001″ to .00005.
• Maintain the gauge calibration system — verify due dates and condition, coordinate third-party calibration, and ensure out-of-cal gages are removed from service.
• Generate and distribute detailed, legible Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).
• Communicating quality issues clearly and thoroughly across shifts — handoff communication is critical.
• Interface professionally with customers, source inspectors, and government inspectors during on-site visits and product reviews.
• Prioritize inspection workload across multiple active jobs and balance high-stakes ship decisions with quality integrity.
• Complete documentation required for traceability, compliance, and shipping.
• Perform internal audits assigned.
• Work to and uphold the Beaver Quality System procedures.

Required

Our ideal candidate

• Minimum 5 years of quality assurance and inspection experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
• Proficiency with CMM operation, including Calipso software.
• Demonstrated proficiency reading blueprints and complex engineering drawings.
• Hands-on experience with calipers, micrometers, height gages, and other industry-standard inspection tools.
• Working understanding of AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Experience inspecting tight tolerances (.0001″ or tighter).
• Ability to work 1st shift, with flexibility on start time, plus overtime and weekends as production demands.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic PC and data entry skills.
• Must meet ITAR eligibility requirements.

Differentiators — Is a Plus

• Magnetic Particle (MT) inspection experience or other NDT certifications.
• Heat treat inspection knowledge.
• Government or source inspection experience.
• J-STD electrical standard familiarity.
• IPC-A-620 (wire harness/cable assembly) familiarity.
• Prior aerospace, defense, or DoD program inspection experience.

Shift & Schedule

1st shift, with flexibility on start time. Overtime and weekend availability required during peak production cycles.
Reliable on-time attendance is essential.

Work Culture And Environment

Are you known as an innovation driver? Are you looking for your next challenge and opportunity to learn and excel in aerospace? Héroux-Devtek offers you the opportunity to work in a diverse and team-oriented environment where skills development is a top priority. Be part of a motivating top-notch team taking aerospace to new heights.

Candidates must meet security screening requirements as set out by ITAR directives.

Beaver Aerospace & Defense, a Héroux-Devtek company, is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Beaver Aerospace & Defense will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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