Senior Quality Inspector

Leonardo DRS; West Plains (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Health Savings Account

401(k)

Flexible schedules (9/80 program)

Job summary

Leonardo DRS is seeking a Senior Quality Inspector in West Plains, MO. You will perform complex inspections, verify dimensions from drawings, and support quality improvements within the product realization process.

The role emphasizes data collection, root-cause analysis, and MRB coordination while ensuring conformance to design specifications and internal quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of J-Std-001/IPC-A-610 or GD&T concepts.
• Ability to use calipers, gauges to verify parts.
• Experience reading drawings and verifying dimensions.
• Experience with CMM or optical comparators preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex inspection to ensure conformance to drawings or models.
• Inspect components and systems for requirement adherence.
• Develop inspection plans and checklists for inspections.
• Assist with data collection and root cause analysis.
• Support non-conformance actions and MRB when needed.
• Maintain documentation and traceability of inspections.
• Contribute to continuous quality improvement and culture.

Skills

Measurement tools

CMM experience

Reading drawings

GD&T knowledge

Quality inspection

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMM

Optical comparator

Go/no-go gauges

Job description

Senior Quality Inspector

Location: West Plains, MO, 65775

Job Responsibilities

• Perform complex inspection activities, to assess conformance of products to the design as defined by the engineering drawings and/or models
• Inspect products, components, subassemblies, and/or systems to ensure conformance to requirements
• Add organizational value by implementing innovative solutions and best practices involved in all processes of the product realization value stream
• Support Quality Engineers with identifying non-conforming conditions that present existing or impending defective conditions at the system or subsystem level of assembly
• Oversee the preparation of inspection plans and checklists for inspections
• Aid with data collection and root cause analysis investigations
• Generate discrepancy notices and initiate Material Review Board actions
• Perform material movement transactions after completing inspection process
• Specialize in receiving inspection, in-process inspection, process verification/auditing, final inspection, etc
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• In-depth understanding of relevant manufacturing standards (such as J-Std-001/IPC-A-610) or common mechanical techniques (such as geometric dimensioning and tolerance practices)
• Ability to use various measurement devices (calipers, pin gauges, go/no-go gauges, etc) to verify mechanical part compliance
• Experience reading mechanical drawings and able to verify parts dimensions against drawing requirements
• Experience using a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM), Optical comparator or other complex inspection systems is desired

Benefits

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only.

Equal Opportunity

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Company Vision

To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Company Values

• Integrity
• Agility
• Excellence
• Customer Focus
• Community & Respect
• Innovation