Quality Assurance Inspector - AEROSPACE (Manufacturing / Machining) Metaltech, Inc. Auburn, WA Job Details Full-time $25 - $32 an hour 6 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Quality assurance experience within aerospace industry Mechanical blueprint interpretation Measurement-based inspection Specialized industrial tools Mechanical drawings Dimensional measurements CNC quality inspection Quality control experience within aerospace industry Precision measurement in machining Optical comparators Manufacturing Manufacturing company experience AS9100 Full Job Description About Metaltech Metaltech, Inc. is a precision CNC machining and fabrication company in Auburn, Washington supplying tight-tolerance, fully traceable components to aerospace, space, and defense customers -- including programs supporting SpaceX and Blue Origin. Our team of 85 holds AS9100 certification and operates to the standards our customers demand. The Role Hands-on QA Inspector responsible for first article, receiving, in-process, and final inspection of precision machined and fabricated parts. You know GD&T, you know your tools, and you don't need to be trained from scratch. What You'll Do Inspection
- Perform first article, receiving, in-process, and final inspections to customer drawing and specification requirements.
- Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T callouts, and customer notes to determine accept/reject criteria.
- Use CMM equipment, height gauges, micrometers, calipers, thread gauges, and optical comparators to verify dimensional compliance.
- Document inspection results in travelers, inspection reports, and our ERP system. Aerospace Documentation and Compliance
- Verify jobs are documented to AS9100 and customer flow-down requirements before release -- certs, traceability records, and shipping documentation.
- Review material certifications, special process certs, and outside processing documentation for accuracy and compliance. What We're Looking For Required
- Minimum 2 years of hands-on QA inspection experience in CNC machining, precision fabrication, or aerospace manufacturing.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T callouts without assistance.
- Proficient with CMM, micrometers, calipers, height gauges, thread gauges, and optical comparators.
- Working knowledge of AS9100 requirements as they apply to inspection documentation and traceability.
- Detail-oriented and methodical, you don't cut corners when the schedule gets tight. Strong Plus
- CMM software experience: CMM-Manager, PC-DMIS, Calypso, or similar.
- Familiarity with AMS, ASTM, MIL-SPEC, or customer-specific aerospace flow-down requirements.
- Background in a shop supplying space or defense programs. Why Metaltech
- Stable company, strong aerospace and space customer base, consistent work.
- QA team that has standing on the floor and the support to do the job right.
- We promote from within . If you perform, there's a path forward here. Compensation & Schedule
Pay Range:
$25.00 - $32.00/hr depending on experience and qualifications.
Schedule:
Full-time, Monday through Friday. First or second shift available. Occasional overtime as needed.
Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision, matching 401k, and paid time off. How to Apply Submit your resume through this posting. We review every application and will reach out to candidates whose background fits. Applicants with aerospace, space, or defense machining inspection experience will be prioritized.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$25.00 - $32.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 - 50.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): What is your expected wage for this position? Write out in decimal this dimension: Three and one half thousanths of an inch.
Experience:
CMM Programming:
2 years (Preferred)
Aerospace Dimensional Inspection:
3 years (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Ability to
Commute:
Auburn, WA 98002 (Required)
Work Location:
In person