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QA Engineering Tech I - Black Mountain, NC
 Kearfott Corporation | |
tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
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 United States, North Carolina, Black Mountain | |
| 2858 US Highway 70 West (Show on map) | |
 Aug 23, 2025 | |
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Founded in 1918, Kearfott Corporation, a global Aerospace and Defense supplier for over 100 years, is a leader in the design and manufacture of precision motion control products and inertial navigation components.
Kearfott has a very long history of innovation and excellence and is the go-to brand for many of our global clients. Kearfott is trusted, respected and plays a vital role in the success of America's aerospace and defense industries. With over a century of expertise & experience, Kearfott is dedicated to providing quality, reliability, and cutting-edge technology to customers worldwide to meet their sea, land, air, and space navigation and guidance requirements. Kearfott offers a comprehensive benefits package including a 401K, and Tuition Reimbursement. We offer a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off. We are looking for talented individuals who want to be part of a world-class work force. Join Kearfott and become part of a company that is recognized for technical expertise and respected world-wide as a 'full service' provider. For more information, visit our website at www.kearfott.com Position Description: The QA Engineering Tech I is responsible for performing quality inspections and tests on manufactured parts and assemblies to ensure compliance with engineering specifications and standards. This role involves operating and programming Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) to perform precise dimensional inspections. The technician documents results, identifies non-conformities, and assists with root cause analysis. Basic knowledge of GD&T and quality systems is essential. Essential Functions: * Performs complicated inspection duties within a gauge lab environment using CMM (Zeiss Calypso) and other automated inspection devices in addition to manual inspection equipment * Supports variety of departments with inspection requests on Zeiss CMM * CMM calibration of gauges and other equipment as needed * Regular sample inspections coming from machine shop * First Piece Inspections coming from machine shop * Final Assembly and Incoming Inspection samples as requested * Supports Gauge inventory library * Assists in calibration and pulling gauges to be used on the shop floor as requested. * Supports manual inspection activities in machine shop environment as requested. Critical Competencies: * Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines * Strong team building skills * Ability to interact with all levels of the organization * Strong influencing skills * Strong attention to detail * Ability to bring assignments to a successful completion * Strong oral and written communication skills * Strong interpersonal and leadership skills Required Education & Experience: * High School Diploma or equivalent required * Ability to read and understand blueprints and understand GD&T callouts * 5+ years of experience in machine shop inspection strongly preferred * Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, One Note, Teams, etc.) * Experience working independently or with Quality Engineering on root cause investigations * Demonstrates good verbal and written communication skills * Must be US Citizen Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans | |