Quality Inspector - CMM/Romer Arm Programmer and Operator

Fairygodboss; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 50,700 - 91,650; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness programs

Income protection

Paid leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Fairygodboss is looking for a Quality Inspector in Huntsville, Alabama, to join their team. The role involves verifying that machined and fabricated hardware meets specifications while collaborating with engineers and conducting quality inspections.

Applicants should have a High School diploma and extensive experience with Coordinate Measurement Machines (CMM) and other measuring tools. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with 3-5 years of CMM experience.
• Ability to work full time with minimal supervision and adjust priorities based on workflow.
• Experience in an AS9100 Aerospace and Defense manufacturing environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Verify that machined, fabricated, and assembled hardware meets specified drawing/CAD model requirements.
• Collaborate closely with engineers to understand requirements and interpret data.
• Travel to other sites as needed to support quality inspections.

Skills

Coordinate Measurement Machine (CMM)

Portable arm experience

Reading and interpreting drawings

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometers

Height gages

Calipers

PC-DMIS

SolidWorks Inspection

PolyWorks Metrology Suite

Job description

Quality Inspector

Leidos' Platform Integration Facility is seeking a Quality Inspector with Coordinate Measurement Machine (CMM) and portable arm experience to join our team.

• Verify that machined, fabricated, and assembled hardware meets specified drawing/CAD model requirements using CMM, portable arm, hand measuring tools, and gages.
• Work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Collaborate closely with engineers to understand requirements and interpret data.
• Populate handwritten or computer‑generated inspection reports.
• Travel to other sites as needed to support quality inspections.
• Lift and carry up to 35 lbs.
• Work with non‑conforming material, perform failure analysis, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Communicate effectively within a team environment.
• Handle complex aerospace hardware.

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with 3–5 years of CMM experience.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings; clear knowledge and understanding of GD&T.
• Experience with micrometers, height gages, gage blocks, radius gages, calipers, etc.
• Knowledge of PC‑DMIS, SolidWorks Inspection, PolyWorks Metrology Suite, and Spatial Analyzer software is a plus.
• Computer skills – proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
• Experience in an AS9100 Aerospace and Defense manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Ability to work full time with minimal supervision and adjust priorities based on workflow.
• Willingness to travel to other sites to support quality inspections as needed.
• Experience working with non‑conforming material and performing failure analysis, root‑cause identification, and corrective action.
• Demonstrated experience communicating effectively within a team environment.
• Experience with complex aerospace hardware.

Other Qualifications

• Resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to Huntsville – North Alabama, AL area.
• Candidates with precision measurement experience of complex aerospace hardware are desired.

Security Requirements

Must be a US Citizen and possess, or be eligible to obtain and maintain, a Final Secret Clearance or a Secret Clearance.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

Pay Range

$50,700.00 – $91,650.00.

Pay and Benefits

Competitive compensation, health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave, and retirement.