Senior QA Inspector - Metrology & NDT; Hybrid

QA Inspector III — Second or Third Shift

Initial training on first shift for approximately 4–6 months

Advanced Metrology. Technical Leadership. Mission-Critical Quality.

Shift Schedule and Training

This position will be assigned to second or third shift. You’ll initially work first shift for approximately 4–6 months to complete training and become proficient with our inspection equipment, processes, procedures, and quality requirements. Following this training period, you’ll transition to your assigned second- or third-shift schedule.

Shift hours (Central Time):

• First shift — initial training: 6:00 AM–2:30 PM
• Second shift: 2:00 PM–10:30 PM
• Third shift: 10:00 PM–6:30 AM

Candidates must be available to work their assigned second or third shift after the initial training period.

Put your inspection expertise to work on marine propulsion components that matter.

At Fairbanks Morse Defense | Bird-Johnson Propeller Company, quality depends on skilled professionals who understand complex geometry, demanding specifications, and the realities of manufacturing.

As a QA Inspector III, you’ll take ownership of challenging dimensional and non-destructive inspections, use advanced laser tracking and scanning technology, and turn inspection data into practical improvements. You’ll also serve as a technical resource for fellow inspectors, working directly with engineering and operations to resolve issues and strengthen manufacturing quality.

If you enjoy hands-on inspection, technical problem-solving, and sharing your expertise, this role offers the opportunity to make a visible impact.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Challenging inspection work: Apply your expertise to large, fixed-pitch propellers and complex components with demanding dimensional and quality requirements.
• Advanced metrology: Work with laser trackers, scanners, point-cloud data, and inspection software to evaluate conformance and communicate findings.
• Technical ownership: Independently plan and perform inspections, determine acceptability, and help resolve nonconformances.
• Leadership through expertise: Mentor inspectors and provide guidance across production and engineering.
• Direct manufacturing impact: Help improve processes across foundry, finishing, and machining operations.

What You’ll Do

Lead complex dimensional and NDT inspections

• Independently evaluate components against engineering drawings, GD&T, 3D models, customer specifications, standards, and internal procedures.
• Perform visual testing (VT), liquid penetrant testing (LPT), and other NDT methods for which you are qualified; determine acceptability and guide other inspectors.
• Perform and oversee Pitchometer floor layouts for large, fixed-pitch propellers, verifying pitch, contour, and balance requirements.

Apply advanced metrology

• Plan, execute, and validate laser tracking and scanning inspections using FARO, Leica, Keyence, or equivalent equipment.
• Manage equipment setup, alignment, data collection, and analysis.
• Use Poly Works Inspector, Poly Works Modeler, or equivalent software to develop inspection plans, analyze point-cloud data, and produce deviation reports that support engineering and manufacturing decisions.

Resolve issues and improve processes

• Perform receiving inspections of complex and critical purchased goods, partnering with suppliers and Supply Chain to clarify requirements and resolve nonconformances.
• Generate, issue, and close Nonconformance Reports (NCRs) and Corrective Action Requests (CARs).
• Lead or support root cause investigations and verify the effectiveness of corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Design Engineering, and Operations to resolve quality issues, support new product introduction, and improve manufacturing processes.

Strengthen quality systems and…