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Princeton Precision Group: Always Advancing. Each business unit under the PPG portfolio has been deliberately selected for their ability to support their customers, lead their industry, and provide high quality products. Your journey with us is more than just a job. It is an opportunity to support the manufacturing of critical hardware to key defense programs, supporting missions to space and providing access for global travel. Join us in the journey! This is a hands-on, shop-floor position ideal for candidates beginning a career in aerospace manufacturing and quality inspection.

The Part Inspector is responsible for performing visual and basic dimensional inspections on investment cast turbine blades and vanes to verify that required CNC machining, EDM, waterjet, and snag operations have been completed prior to shipping. This role supports on-time delivery and compliance with Aerospace & Defense customer, AS9100, and internal quality requirements.

Highlights and Benefits

• Quarterly profit-sharing bonus; eligible upon hire
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays
• Tuition / professional development reimbursement
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Optional HSA with company contribution
• Short-term disability, long term disability, and life insurance at no cost
• Limitless opportunity for advancement

• Perform visual inspection of investment cast blades and vanes to confirm completion of required manufacturing processes (CNC, EDM, waterjet, and snag operations) prior to shipment.
• Verify part condition, workmanship, and surface finish meet internal work instructions, routers, and customer requirements.
• Use gauges, micrometers, and other measuring tools to confirm dimensional data numbers are accurate.
• Review travelers, routers, and shop paperwork to ensure all required operations are properly signed off and complete.
• Identify, document, and report nonconformances or discrepancies to Quality or Production leadership.
• Handle parts carefully to prevent damage, foreign object debris (FOD), or mix-ups.
• Maintain traceability and part identification in accordance with AS9100 requirements.
• Follow all quality procedures, safety rules, and clean work area (5S) expectations.
• Support on-time shipping by promptly releasing conforming parts and escalating issues when needed.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and follow written work instructions and basic manufacturing documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to visually detect defects, missing operations, or workmanship issues.
• Willingness to work in a manufacturing / shop-floor environment.
• Basic computer skills for reviewing electronic travelers or inspection records.
• Prior experience in manufacturing, inspection, or aerospace environment.
• Familiarity with investment casting, turbine blades, or vanes.
• Basic understanding of CNC machining, EDM, waterjet cutting, or hand finishing processes.
• Experience working under AS9100 or Nadcap quality systems.
• Ability to stand, walk, and inspect parts for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and handle parts up to 50 lbs with proper lifting techniques.
• Visual acuity required to inspect fine details and surface conditions.
• Exposure to typical manufacturing conditions including noise, metal parts, and shop equipment.

Princeton Precision Group abides by applicable export control laws including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) in accordance with the company's export control procedures. Most positions require access to ITAR/EAR-controlled information. As such, persons considered for this position must be either a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder) or otherwise classifiable as a “U.S. Person” under relevant regulations.