Quality Inspector - Mechanical - Level 2 (Contract)

SQA Services, Inc.; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 45,460; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement at the U.S. government rate

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

A leading inspection services company is seeking a Quality Inspector - Mechanical - Level 2 for a 6-month full-time contract in Hawthorne, CA. The role involves conducting precision inspections of mechanical parts and assemblies using specialized tools. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in inspection and a strong ability to interpret manufacturing drawings. Competitive hourly pay is offered along with mileage reimbursement for travel.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with precision mechanical parts inspection.
• Strong ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings and industry standards.
• Proficient in GD&T and validating dimensions (tolerances ≥ .005') using hand tools.
• Experience with certificates of conformance and inspection documentation.
• Ability to adapt to new technology and software.
• Excellent visual acuity to detect defects in complex products.

Responsibilities

• Conduct precision mechanical inspections at the client supplier in Hawthorne, CA.
• Perform precision inspection verifications on mechanical parts and assemblies.
• Utilize inspection equipment such as micrometers and CMMs as necessary.
• Verify documentation packages to industry/commodity-specific standards.
• Classify defect types and verify rework conducted during inspections.

Skills

Precision mechanical parts inspection

Reading and interpreting manufacturing drawings

Proficient in GD&T

Using hand tools for validating dimensions

Experience with certificates of conformance

Visual acuity to detect defects

Education

Associate’s degree in a related field

Tools

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Height gauges

Optical comparators

Coordinate measuring machines (CMMs)

Job description

Quality Inspector - Mechanical - Level 2 (Contract)

This role is a 6-month contract in Hawthorne, CA. The schedule is for the first shift, full-time.

Base pay range

$30.00/hr - $33.00/hr

Key Responsibilities

• You will be conducting precision mechanical inspections at the client supplier in Hawthorne, CA.
• Perform precision inspection verifications on mechanical parts, components, assemblies, and materials.
• Inspection may include, but is not limited to, purchased parts, in-process and final assemblies, and materials for workmanship and conformance to specifications/drawings.
• Perform surface plate inspection of the first article, in-process, and lot sample parts if required.
• Utilize inspection equipment such as micrometers, gauge blocks, dial indicators, height gauges, optical comparators, profilometers, and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) if necessary.
• Visual acuity and the ability to detect defects in highly complex products.
• Verify documentation packages to industry/commodity-specific standards.
• Classify defect types and verify rework conducted during the time of the inspection.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands‑on experience with precision mechanical parts inspection.
• Strong ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings and industry/commodity standards.
• Proficient in GD&T and validating dimensions (tolerances ≥ .005") using hand tools (e.g., indicators, micrometers, calipers, height gauges).
• Experience with certificates of conformance and inspection documentation.
• Ability to adapt to new technology and software.
• Excellent visual acuity to detect defects in complex products.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher in a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Certification in inspection techniques or GD&T is a plus.

SQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based on merit and qualifications, and is not influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

This position requires access to ITAR‑controlled technical data and/or defense articles. As such, the candidate must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder) to comply with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants who do not meet these criteria will not be considered for this role.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

50% hourly rate for any travel time ("p2p").

Mileage reimbursement at the U.S. government rate ($0.70 per mile driven). Untaxed.