The Quality Assurance Tech performs receiving, in-process, and final inspections of parts, assemblies, and materials in accordance with documented inspection instructions, engineering drawings, and applicable specifications. This role identifies and documents nonconformances using internal quality management systems, communicates findings to cross-functional stakeholders, and proposes mitigations or corrective solutions where possible. Key job responsibilities - Perform inspections per documented inspection instructions, engineering drawings, specifications, and control plans using appropriate measurement tools and techniques - Identify, classify, and document nonconformances accurately in internal quality systems, including clear descriptions of defects, affected quantities, and supporting evidence (photos, measurements) - Communicate inspection results and nonconformance findings to engineering, supply chain, and quality teams in a clear and timely manner - Propose mitigations, dispositions, or corrective solutions for identified nonconformances where possible, escalating complex issues as needed - Operate and maintain inspection equipment such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMMs, optical comparators, and go/no-go gauges - Maintain inspection records, certificates of conformance, and traceability documentation per quality system requirements - Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action activities as needed - Support First Article Inspection (FAI) activities in accordance with AS9102 or equivalent standards - Monitor and flag trends in nonconformance data to support continuous improvement efforts