For nearly 30 years, SQA Services has been a leading provider of managed supplier quality services, offering audits, assessments, remote surveillance, corrective actions, remediation, inspections, and engineering solutions to manufacturers across all industries. We deliver these services by deploying a network of highly skilled associates based throughout the United States and in over 90 countries worldwide, ensuring rapid on-site support at your supplier locations. Our associates are expert quality assurance professionals with extensive experience and local expertise, enabling us to represent our clients on-demand and with greater speed and efficiency than our competitors We’re hiring for a Quality Mechanical Inspector position in the greater WA area. The schedule is on first shift, part-time, 3 days per week on an as-needed basis. If you have a passion for mechanical products and a keen eye for quality, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! Key Responsibilities:

You will be conducting precision mechanical inspections at one or more client suppliers in the greater WA area.

Perform precision inspection verifications on mechanical parts, components, assemblies, and materials

Inspection may include but is not limited to purchased parts, in-process and final assemblies, and materials for workmanship and conformance to specifications/drawings

Perform surface plate inspection of the first article, in-process, and lot sample parts if required

Utilize inspection equipment such as micrometers, gauge blocks, dial indicators, height gauges, optical comparators, profilometers, and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) if necessary

Visual acuity and the ability to detect defects in highly complex products

Verify documentation packages to industry/commodity-specific standards

Classify defect types, and verify rework conducted during the time of the inspection

Requirements:

5+ years of hands-on experience with precision mechanical parts inspection.

Strong ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings and industry/commodity standards.

Proficient in GD&T and validating dimensions (tolerances ≥.005”) using hand tools (e.g., indicators, micrometers, calipers, height gauges).

Experience with certificates of conformance and inspection documentation.

Ability to adapt to new technology and software.

Excellent visual acuity to detect defects in complex products.

Experience with Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM); CMM programming experience is a plus but not required.

U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the products and the need for background checks.

Ability to travel between client locations as needed.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in aerospace, automotive, or similar industries is a plus.

Prior work with composite materials is beneficial.

Previous exposure to shadow inspections and training within the aerospace industry.

Associate's degree or higher in a related field, or equivalent experience.

Certification in inspection techniques or GD&T is a plus.