Entry Level First Article Inspection As9102 Jobs in Washington

Who are We?

Pro-Type Industries, a third-generation family-owned business established in 1969, provides high-quality CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, and finishing services from its headquarters in Sterling, VA. The company serves a wide range of industries, including aerospace, military, manufacturing, electronics, technology, and marine. Pro-Type is deeply committed to employee training and development, boasting a highly skilled team with an average tenure of 17 years. The company's long-standing success is attributed to its dedicated workforce, considered its greatest resource for future growth.

For us, 50 years in the industry is only the beginning.

What do we offer YOU?

• Annual fully paid training for continuing education
• Career Growth with a professional development plan
• Employee recognition programs
• Health, dental, vision, sick and vacation leave, on site gym, and more
• 401k with a generous employer match
• Collaborative team and entrepreneurial work environment

Who are YOU?

You are a Quality Inspector conducting tests to determine the quality of materials and finished products through the use of CMM, Laser, Arm Probe, and manual inspection tools. You will contribute to Pro-Type’s on-going support of our customers through the creation of essential quality reports, documentation, and corrective actions. Equally important is your ability to multitask, be highly organized, self-motivated, cooperative and collaborative.

What do we offer YOU?

• Annual fully paid training for continuing education
• Career Growth with a professional development plan
• Employee recognition programs
• Health, dental, vision, sick and vacation leave, on site gym, and more
• 401k with a generous employer match
• Collaborative team and entrepreneurial work environment

What does your day/week/month look like?

• Perform thorough inspections of incoming materials, in-process components, and finished products to verify compliance with customer, engineering, and quality requirements.
• Conduct dimensional inspections of manufactured parts using appropriate precision measuring and inspection equipment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles when evaluating manufactured components.
• Complete and maintain accurate dimensional inspection reports and other required quality documentation.
• Perform First Article Inspections (FAI) and associated documentation as required.
• Operate and program Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) using PC-DMIS software.
• Perform inspections using FARO Arm equipment and PolyWorks software.
• Utilize High QA software to support inspection planning, documentation, and reporting.
• Use calipers, micrometers, height gauges, indicators, optical equipment, and other precision measuring instruments as appropriate.
• Conduct applicable non-destructive inspections and testing in accordance with established procedures and qualifications.
• Identify, document, and communicate nonconforming materials or products.
• Assist with the investigation and documentation of quality issues and discrepancies.
• Work with Production, Engineering, and Quality personnel to resolve inspection and manufacturing concerns.
• Verify that inspection and measuring equipment is within required calibration status prior to use.
• Maintain accurate and complete inspection records in accordance with company and quality system requirements.
• Follow applicable AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality procedures, customer requirements, and internal work instructions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Support Quality Department and other Pro-Type activities as requested.
• Perform other duties in support of Pro-Type Industries as assigned.

What do you need for this amazing opportunity?

• High school diploma or GED required; additional technical or quality-related education or training preferred.
• Previous quality inspection experience in a precision metal manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge and practical application of GD&T.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and dimensional tolerances.
• Proficiency with precision inspection equipment, including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, indicators, and other measuring devices.
• CMM proficiency, including PC-DMIS software.
• FARO Arm proficiency, including PolyWorks software.
• Proficiency with High QA or similar quality inspection software.
• Working knowledge of SolidWorks or other 3D CAD software, including the ability to perform dimensional queries.
• Working knowledge of AS9100 and ISO 9001:2015 quality management requirements preferred.
• Experience performing and documenting dimensional inspections.
• Experience with First Article Inspection (FAI) requirements and documentation preferred.
• Familiarity with aerospace manufacturing and AS9102 First Article Inspection requirements is preferred.
• Ability to recognize and properly document nonconforming product.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate quality concerns professionally and work collaboratively with Production, Engineering, and Management.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize inspection requirements, and support production schedules while maintaining quality standards.