Quality Inspector: Precision, Audits & Process Improvement

The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance programs

Employee clubs

Discounts to local museums

Job summary

The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc. in Cambridge, MA is seeking an Inspector A to perform inspections and audits of purchased parts, materials, and quality control programs. You will interpret engineering drawings, approve or reject units, and ensure materials meet standards.

Responsibilities include creating inspection procedures, training staff, and generating reports. A minimum associate degree is required; a bachelor’s is preferred, with CQI certification valued.

Qualifications

• > Requires at least an Associates Degree in engineering or science; a Bachelor's is strongly preferred.
• CQI certification optional but valued; multiple pathways to qualification are listed in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections on a variety of materials, components, assemblies, and systems.
• Types of inspections include visual, workmanship, dimensional, and electrical.
• Generates and revises inspection procedures and associated flows.
• Performs source inspections at off-site facilities.
• Documents work results and generates inspection reports.
• Complies with safety and security rules and observes good housekeeping practices.
• Trains lower grade personnel toward achievement of inspection tasks and department policies.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Inspection procedures

Reading engineering drawings

Quality control

Documentation

Education

Associates Degree in engineering or science

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Quality Inspector Certification (CQI)

High school diploma + two years tech schooling

Job description

The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc. in Cambridge, MA is seeking an Inspector A to perform inspections and audits of purchased parts, materials, and quality control programs. You will interpret engineering drawings, approve or reject units, and ensure materials meet standards.

Responsibilities include creating inspection procedures, training staff, and generating reports. A minimum associate degree is required; a bachelor’s is preferred, with CQI certification valued.