Quality Inspector - Aerospace (On-site at Enfield, CT)

SQA Services

Enfield, CT on site Until 9/30/2026 2+ years exp First posted July 29, 2026 Last posted August 1, 2026

Job description

For almost 30 years, SQA Services has been a premier leader in the provision of managed supplier quality services for audits, assessments, remote surveillance assessments, corrective actions, remediation, inspections, and engineering to manufacturers within all industries. We deliver services by deploying associates who are located throughout the United States and in 90+ countries around the world to your supplier sites. Our associates are expert quality assurance professionals with broad experience and local knowledge who can represent our clients on-demand and on-site faster than our competitors.

We're actively seeking a Quality Mechanical Inspector for build our team at a supplier site in Enfield, CT. This is a an up to 6-month contract position with potential for extension. The role is full-time, Monday through Friday.

SQA covers travel costs and lodging during the contract - You must be willing and able to support in Connecticut regardless of where you are based.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct visual, physical, and dimensional inspections (both in-process and final) of machined parts, per project specifications and requirements
Perform incoming inspections from external providers of products and services
Conduct in-process and final inspections of critical features, including witness inspections
Compile final inspection sign-off sheets and inspection packages
Verify that inspection equipment is capable of detecting defects and ensure inspection methodology is in line with drawing intent
Review and validate the justification for parts not inspected at final inspection
Audit and validate the execution of inspection plans as applicable
Document non-conformances using approved methods and submit non-conformance reports for customer disposition
Work within the Quality Management system and undergo basic training on policies and procedures
Document inspection results in our record retention system

Qualifications:

Previous mechanical inspection experience
Experience with AS9102 (FAI)
Experience with Certification of Conformance
Knowledge of GD&T and inspection methodologies
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow inspection plans and protocols
Experience with the use of precision measurement tools and equipment
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and/or engineering drawings
Ability to work effectively within a quality management system

Preferred Qualifications:

Certified or previously certified in GD&T ASME Y-14.5
Diploma or GED from an accredited high school or technical school; college degree in engineering
Knowledge of mechanical contract manufacturing and LEAN manufacturing
5 years of experience in Manufacturing industry, with 2 years as a Mechanical Inspector

SQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based on merit and qualifications, and is not influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

Must be ITAR compliant and undergo a background check.

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Compensation (from employer):
30–34 USD per-hour-wage

About this role

Summary

Conduct inspections of machined parts; verify measurements; ensure adherence to quality standards

Job title

Quality Inspector - Aerospace

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

aerospace

Location requirements

On-site in Enfield, CT; remote not allowed

Salary

$30k–$34k

Management role

Skills & keywords

Required skills

visual inspectiondimensional inspectionGD&Tinspection toolsblueprint reading

Preferred skills

ASME Y-14.5certified GD&TLEAN manufacturingengineering degreemanufacturing experience

Specializations

inspectionaerospaceGD&Tquality managementmetrology

Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Enfield, CT 06082, USA

On-site City