Quality Inspector - Mechanical

Allen Control Systems; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

ACS Equity Package

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Allen Control Systems, located in Austin, Texas, seeks a Quality Inspector to ensure high inspection and testing standards in a fast-paced production environment. The successful candidate should have a degree in Engineering and at least 4 years of relevant experience in quality inspection. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, documenting results, and collaborating with teams for continuous improvement. Benefits include a competitive salary, health insurance, and equity packages.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in quality inspection within a manufacturing or assembly setting.
• Certification as a Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) from ASQ or similar.
• Familiarity with non-conformance reporting (NCR) and corrective action processes (CAR).

Responsibilities

• Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections of machined parts.
• Verify conformance to engineering drawings and tolerances.
• Document inspection results and initiate quarantine for defects.
• Support supplier quality audits to ensure specifications.
• Maintain inspection equipment for measurement accuracy.
• Collaborate with teams to resolve issues and track trends.
• Generate reports on quality metrics using data analysis tools.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency with precision measurement tools

Ability to read technical drawings

Basic understanding of quality standards

Experience in quality inspection

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CMM programming (e.g., PC-DMIS)

Job description

Company Overview

Allen Control Systems (ACS) is a cutting‑edge defense startup, founded by two ex‑Navy electrical engineers with a proven track record in robotics and software. We are developing a small, autonomous gun turret that employs advanced computer vision and control systems to precisely target and neutralize small drones and loitering munitions. Our innovative approach requires overcoming significant technical challenges, making this an exciting and dynamic environment for experienced engineers.

With an engineering‑first culture, ACS values technical excellence and innovation. Backed by our founders’ successful exits from two previous ventures acquired for a combined $180M in 2022, we are committed to ensuring that the groundbreaking technologies we develop will have a real‑world impact.

Position Overview

Allen Control Systems is seeking a highly skilled Quality Inspector to support the inspection, testing, and quality analysis. The ideal candidate has a strong eye for detail, technical aptitude, and a commitment to upholding excellence in a fast‑paced production environment.

What You’ll Do

• Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections of machined parts and assemblies using tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs).
• Verify conformance to engineering drawings, blueprints, and tolerances, including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) requirements.
• Document inspection results, identify non‑conformances, and initiate quarantine procedures for defective items while notifying relevant teams.
• Conduct first article inspections (FAI) and support supplier quality audits to ensure incoming materials meet specifications.
• Maintain inspection equipment through routine calibration and troubleshooting to guarantee measurement accuracy.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to resolve issues, track trends, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
• Generate reports on quality metrics, such as defect rates and yield, using basic data analysis tools.

What You’ll Need

• Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering field.
• Experience: Minimum of 4 years of experience in quality inspection within a manufacturing or assembly setting.
• Proficiency with precision measurement tools and reading technical drawings/blueprints.
• Basic understanding of quality standards like ISO 9001 and statistical process control (SPC).
• Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Certification as a Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) from ASQ or similar.
• Experience with CMM programming (e.g., PC‑DMIS) or automated inspection systems.
• Familiarity with non‑conformance reporting (NCR), material review boards (MRB), and corrective action processes (CAR).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• ACS Equity Package
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off

Allen Control Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Allen Control Systems prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.