Quality Inspector - Mechanical - Level II (First Article Inspection)
SQA Services
Apply to this job Enfield, CT on site Until 10/4/2026 5+ years exp First posted July 29, 2026 Last posted August 5, 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 an immediate opening 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.
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 Manufactuing 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 mechanical inspections, verify standards, document non-conformances, and ensure quality compliance.
Job title
Quality Inspector - Mechanical - Level II (First Article Inspection)
Experience level
2+ years
Minimum experience
5+ years exp
Industry
manufacturing
Location requirements
On-site in Enfield, CT; no remote work allowed.
Salary
$36k–$41k
Management role
No
Skills & keywords
Required skills
mechanical inspectionAS9102certification of conformanceGD&Tblueprints
Preferred skills
GD&T ASME Y-14.5engineering degreeLEAN manufacturingmanufacturing experience
Specializations
inspectionmechanicalAS9102GD&Tmeasurement tools
Locations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Enfield, CT 06082, USA
On-site City
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