Quality Control Lab Assistant Jobs in Powell, TN

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT's technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.
Welcome to BWXT
We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We require a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.
Position Overview:
As our Quality Control Technician / Metrology Specialist, you will play a critical role in supporting high-precision manufacturing operations within BWXT Enrichment Operations. You will ensure measurement accuracy, validate manufacturing processes, and provide objective evidence of product conformity to support prototype development, manufacturing maturation, and production readiness. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic, technically demanding environment where precision and reliability are essential.
Location:
On-site in Oak Ridge, Tennessee
Your Day to Day as a Quality Control Technician / Metrology Specialist:
• Perform receiving, in-process, and final dimensional inspections.
• Verify product conformance to engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing requirements.
• Interpret complex engineering drawings and GD&T requirements.
• Utilize precision measuring equipment to verify critical product characteristics.
• Operate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) to support inspection and validation activities.
• Develop, modify, and execute CMM inspection programs.
• Analyze inspection results and generate dimensional reports.
• Troubleshoot measurement and inspection issues.
• Create and maintain Calypso inspection programs.
• Optimize inspection routines for efficiency and repeatability.
• Validate CMM programs prior to production use.
• Support development of automated inspection strategies.
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI) activities and generate documentation packages.
• Perform detailed dimensional verification of prototype and production components.
• Verify compliance with engineering requirements prior to release for production activities.
• Conduct dimensional studies supporting process validation activities.
• Support Manufacturing Readiness Reviews (MRR).
• Assist with process capability studies and measurement system evaluations.
• Collect and analyze measurement data supporting manufacturing process development.
• Verify calibration status of inspection and measurement equipment.
• Support Measurement System Analysis (MSA) activities.
• Assist with Gage R&R studies.
• Ensure inspection equipment is suitable for intended use.
Required Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate Degree in Manufacturing Technology, Quality Technology, Metrology, Mechanical Technology, or a related technical field preferred.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience performing dimensional inspection in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs).
• Experience programming Zeiss CMMs using Calypso software.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Five (5)+ years of inspection or metrology experience.
• Experience supporting First Article Inspections.
• Experience working in aerospace, defense, nuclear, medical device, semiconductor, or other high-precision manufacturing environments.
• Experience supporting prototype development or manufacturing process validation activities.
• ASQ Certified Quality Technician (CQT) preferred.
Required Technical Skills:
Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in:
• Calypso Programming
• Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Operation
• Precision Dimensional Inspection
• Blueprint Reading
• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Receiving Inspection
• First Article Inspection (FAI)
• Inspection Reporting
• Precision Measurement Techniques
Highly desirable experience:
• Zeiss CMM Platforms
• PC-DMIS
• Measurement System Analysis (MSA)
• Gage R&R Studies
• Process Validation Activities
• Surface Plate Inspection Techniques
• Optical Measurement Systems
Measurement Equipment Experience:
Experience using:
• Micrometers
• Calipers
• Height Gages
• Bore Gages
• Indicator Systems
• Optical Comparators
• Surface Finish Measurement Equipment
• CMM Systems
Key Performance Indicators:
Inspection Quality
• Accuracy of dimensional inspections
• Timely completion of inspection activities
• Reduction in inspection-related errors
Metrology Performance
• CMM program quality and effectiveness
• Measurement system reliability
• Inspection report accuracy
Manufacturing Support
• FAI support effectiveness
• Process validation support
• Manufacturing readiness support
Continuous Improvement
• Inspection process improvements
• Measurement efficiency improvements
• Support of Factory of the Future initiatives
What We Offer:
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
• An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!
Why Join BWXT EO
This position provides an opportunity to support the development and industrialization of advanced enrichment technology in a highly technical manufacturing environment. The selected candidate will contribute directly to manufacturing readiness, process development, and future production capability through precision measurement, advanced metrology, and data-driven quality verification.
Pay: $25.96 - $39.42
The starting hourly rate for this position in Tennessee (US-TN) at the start of employment is expected to be between $25.96 and $39.42 per hour. The hourly rate offered is based on local job market factors and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,' unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify the hourly rate (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation, or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or applicable department/team performance, and other market factors.
As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities ("BWXT" or the "Company") complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.
All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening. In addition, the position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and reference verifications.
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