Sr. Aerospace Inspector; 2nd shift
Listed on 2026-09-13
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Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Quality Control - QC Analysts/Managers, Production QC/QA
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Sr. Aerospace Inspector (2nd shift)Full Time Kamatics Corporation, Bloomfield, CT, US
10 days ago Requisition
Salary Range: $27.03 To $40.54 Hourly
Kamatics is seeking an experienced Senior Quality Inspector
to support our 2nd shift aerospace manufacturing operations. This is a hands-on inspection role responsible for first-piece, in-process, and final inspection of close-tolerance mechanical components and assemblies.
The ideal candidate has strong experience with CMM operation and programming, blueprint and GD&T interpretation, precision measurement, and advanced dimensional inspection techniques
. This position also serves as a technical resource to other inspection personnel and helps ensure production and quality requirements are met.
2nd Shift | Monday-Friday, 3:15 PM-12:45 AM
The current production schedule includes one hour of mandatory daily overtime. About Kamatics
Kamatics is a global leader in high-performance bearings and engineered tribological solutions for aerospace, defense, and industrial applications. Our team develops self-lubricating bearings and precision components designed to deliver durability, reliability, and performance in demanding environments.
What You'll Do Precision Inspection & Quality Assurance- Perform visual and dimensional inspections of precision mechanical components and assemblies to close tolerances.
- Conduct first-piece, in-process, and final inspections in support of production requirements.
- Independently interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and quality requirements to determine appropriate inspection methods and equipment.
- Identify and document dimensional, surface, visual, material, workmanship, and documentation nonconformances.
- Create and maintain inspection documentation, including IMS, First Article Inspection (FAI), and other required quality records.
- Prepare products and documentation for customer and source inspections.
- Serve as a Designated Supplier Quality Representative when required.
- Operate and program CMM equipment, including probe calibration and setup.
- Perform dimensional inspection using precision measuring tools including calipers, micrometers, dial bore gauges, chamfer gauges, and profilometers
. - Utilize advanced inspection equipment including optical comparators, Sunnen gauges, and Trimos height stands
. - Utilize specialty inspection equipment including Johnson tri-rolls, sine plates, and torque gauges
. - Work with additional inspection technologies and equipment such as swing gauges, contracers, digital comparators, Cadillac gauges, and Keyence IM systems
. - Read and independently interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications.
- Apply GD&T principles to inspect characteristics including roundness, parallelism, concentricity, runout, perpendicularity, flatness, and total runout
. - Apply true position and material modifier requirements during inspection.
- Interpret and measure profile tolerances
. - Apply advanced shop mathematics and GD&T knowledge to determine appropriate gauging and inspection methods.
- Coordinate and prioritize inspection activities to support production schedules.
- Provide technical guidance and training to inspection personnel as needed.
- Troubleshoot complex inspection and measurement requirements.
- Collect, analyze, and communicate inspection data using computer systems and Microsoft Excel.
- Maintain accurate inspection records, logs, and audit-ready quality documentation.
- Recommend and support continuous improvement and 5S initiatives.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment and follow all safety and environmental procedures.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- 4+ years of quality inspection experience in a precision manufacturing environment or equivalent demonstrated experience.
- Strong hands-on experience with precision measuring devices, gauges, and dimensional inspection equipment.
- Strong CMM operation and programming experience.
- Advanced blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills.
- Ability to independently determine appropriate inspection methods and gauging based on engineering drawings and specifications.
- Experience performing first-piece, in-process, and final inspections.
- Strong understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC).
- Ability to accurately complete…
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