Source Inspector - Mechanical - Level II

Job Description Over 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 Source Inspector position in Hartford, CT. The schedule is for the first shift, Full-time. Travel to Milford, CT and Suffield, CT will include mileage reimbursement as well as portal-to-portal (P2P) compensation. Must be willing to travel to California for 1-week training (Travel accommodations). Responsibilities: 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 Skills and Qualifications: 3+ years of hands-on experience with precision mechanical parts inspection. Perform First Article Inspections (FAI) in accordance with customer and industry requirements, including AS9102 standards when applicable. Review and verify Purchase Orders (POs), engineering drawings, specifications, and quality requirements to ensure compliance. 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. Must be ITAR compliant Must be willing to undergo a background check 50% hourly rate for any travel time ("p2p") Mileage reimbursement at the US gov't rate ($0.725 per mile driven). Untaxed. 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. This position requires access to ITAR-controlled technical data and/or defense articles. As such, the candidate must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder) to comply with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants who do not meet these criteria will not be considered for this role. Company Description Over 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. Company Description Over 30 years, SQA Services has been a leading provider of managed supplier quality services, offering audits, assessments, #J-18808-Ljbffr SQA Services