Senior Quality Technician

Kaleo Service Group; Lower Southampton Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Kaleo Service Group is seeking a Senior Quality Technician for our aerospace manufacturing operation in Southampton, PA. This hands-on role requires in-process inspection, FAI, and GD&T expertise to support manufacturing quality.

You will work with machinists, engineering, and production to identify nonconformances, perform root-cause analysis, mentor junior inspectors, and uphold precision standards in a senior-level capacity.

Qualifications

• Experience in Quality Inspection or Quality Technician in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of in-process/line inspection.
• Experience with FAI and AS9102.
• Proficiency using multiple precision measuring tools.
• Strong understanding of GD&T and blueprint interpretation.
• Experience with CMM and/or optical comparator.
• Experience identifying and documenting nonconformances.

Responsibilities

• Perform source, first article, in-process, and final inspections.
• Inspect precision-machined aerospace components to blueprint requirements.
• Perform First Article Inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102.
• Use precision measuring equipment: Micrometers, Calipers, Indicators, Gauges, CMM, Optical comparator.
• Verify dimensions, tolerances, and specifications; read blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Apply GD&T principles during inspection; document inspection results accurately.
• Investigate nonconformances; participate in root cause analysis; communicate findings.

Skills

In-process inspection

First Article Inspection (FAI)

AS9102

GD&T

Blueprint interpretation

CMM

Optical comparator

Tools

CMM

Optical comparator

Micrometers

Calipers

Indicators

Gauges

Job description

Job Description

Senior Quality Technician

1st Shift | 7:30am — 4:00pm

Monday–Friday | Southampton, PA

$30.00–$35.00/hour

Aerospace Manufacturing

The Opportunity

We’re hiring a Senior Quality Technician to serve as a key technical resource within the quality function of a precision aerospace manufacturing operation.

This is a hands‑on, technical quality role—not a basic inspection position. We’re looking for someone with a strong manufacturing quality background who understands in-process inspection, can confidently use a variety of precision measuring equipment, and can investigate the root cause of quality issues.

You’ll work closely with machinists, engineering, programming, production, and quality while also serving as a technical resource for less experienced inspectors.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Perform source, first article, in-process, and final inspections

• Inspect precision‑machined aerospace components to blueprint requirements

• Perform First Article Inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102

• Use a variety of precision measuring equipment, including:

• Micrometers

• Calipers

• Indicators and gauges

• CMM

• Optical comparator

• Verify dimensions, tolerances, and specifications

• Read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings

• Apply GD&T principles during inspection

• Document inspection results accurately

Manufacturing Quality

• Perform line and in‑process inspection throughout production
• Identify dimensional and process‑related issues
• Identify and document nonconformances
• Work directly with machinists and production personnel to address quality concerns
• Support first article and production inspection requirements
• Help determine whether issues are related to tooling, setup, programming, material, or process
• Work with production and quality personnel to support corrective actions
• Help prevent recurring quality problems

Root Cause & Problem Solving

• Investigate nonconforming parts and quality concerns
• Participate in root cause analysis
• Help identify corrective actions and process improvements
• Communicate findings clearly to production, engineering, and quality leadership
• Follow issues through resolution

Leadership & Training

• Serve as a technical resource for less experienced inspectors
• Train and mentor quality team members on inspection methods and equipment
• Help establish consistent inspection practices across the team
• Support the development of newer inspectors as they build their technical skills
• Lead by example in quality, accuracy, and attention to detail

What We’re Looking For

• Previous Quality Inspection or Quality Technician experience in manufacturing
• Strong understanding of in-process/line inspection
• Experience with FAI and AS9102
• Proficiency using multiple precision measuring tools
• Strong understanding of GD&T and blueprint interpretation
• Experience with CMM and/or optical comparator
• Experience identifying and documenting nonconformances
• Ability to investigate quality problems and participate in root cause analysis
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively with production and engineering teams
• Ability and willingness to train and mentor less experienced inspectors

Strongly Preferred

• Aerospace or defense manufacturing experience
• Experience inspecting CNC-machined components
• CMM programming or advanced CMM operation
• Optical comparator experience
• Corrective action and continuous improvement experience
• Experience with demanding customer or source inspection requirements

Why You’ll Want to Work Here

• $30–$35/hour
• Monday–Friday 1st Shift
• Precision aerospace manufacturing
• Advanced CNC machining environment
• Opportunity to use a wide range of inspection equipment
• Senior-level technical responsibility
• Opportunity to train and develop other inspectors
• Work directly with Production, Engineering, and Quality
• Stable and growing operation
• Professional development opportunities
• Voluntary overtime

Schedule & Overtime

1st Shift

Monday–Friday

7:30am — 4:00pm

Overtime is voluntary, with opportunities for additional hours during the week and occasional Saturday work.

Benefits

• $30.00–$35.00/hour
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-paid life insurance
• 8 paid holidays 3 floating holidays
• 80 hours of PTO annually
• Quarterly Chip Bonus
• Annual performance reviews and merit increases
• Employee Assistance Program
• Long-term advancement opportunities

The Bottom Line

If you’re an experienced quality professional who understands more than basic dimensional inspection and enjoys helping others develop their skills, this is an opportunity to step into a true senior-level role.

We’re looking for someone who can inspect precision aerospace components, perform FAI, understand GD&T, identify and document nonconformances, investigate why problems happen, and help the team prevent them from happening again.