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DOD Skillbridge Quality Assurance Inspector - Active Duty Requirements

MTech, LLC, California, Maryland, United States, 20619

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Impact Summary As a Quality Assurance Inspector Intern with MTech, you will leverage your military aviation maintenance background in a high-impact role supporting the production of precision aerospace components. Your prior qualifications as a QAR or CDI at the Intermediate or Depot levels will position you to contribute meaningfully to a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. Through hands‑on training and mentorship, you will enhance our compliance with AS9100 standards, conduct dimensional inspections using advanced metrology tools, and uphold rigorous quality expectations of defense and aerospace customers. This internship provides a clear transition path into civilian QA careers while supporting MTech’s commitment to excellence in airworthiness and product integrity.

Responsibilities

Inspect, test, or measure parts and assemblies for conformity using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and CMM tools.

Read and interpret complex engineering drawings, schematics, and GD&T per ASME Y14.5.

Conduct receiving, in‑process, and final inspections per work order instructions and technical specifications.

Perform First Article Inspections (FAI) and document results using AS9102 formats.

Verify compliance of parts and subassemblies against engineering, process, and customer requirements.

Maintain traceability of inspection records, calibration logs, and quality documentation.

Identify non‑conformances and support the generation of Non‑Conformance Reports (NCRs) and Corrective/Preventive Action Reports (C/PARs).

Assist in readiness activities for internal and external audits (e.g., AS9100 surveillance, customer inspections).

Participate in mock audits and internal compliance reviews.

Support cross‑functional teams in evaluating discrepancies and continuous improvement initiatives.

Follow MTech’s safety, FOD control, and documentation protocols throughout inspection activities.

Competencies

Technical Inspection Proficiency: Skilled in dimensional inspection using manual and CMM equipment; ability to inspect parts manufactured via machining, welding, or assembly.

Blueprint and GD&T Literacy: Able to interpret blueprints, process specifications, and GD&T features (ASME Y14.5).

Quality Systems Knowledge: Familiar with ISO 9001, AS9100, and AS9102 standards in aerospace environments.

Problem Solving: Effective in identifying root causes and proposing corrective actions; working knowledge of RCA and CAPA tools.

Communication: Strong documentation and verbal skills to clearly communicate findings, discrepancies, and suggestions.

Adaptability: Comfortable operating in a dual military‑to‑civilian learning environment; capable of transitioning between various QA functions and systems.

Requirements

Active‑duty U.S. military service member eligible for DoD Skillbridge participation.

Minimum 5–7 years of aviation maintenance experience at the I‑Level or D‑Level.

Certification or designation as a QAR or CDI.

Demonstrated proficiency in inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, indicators, CMM).

Experience with First Article Inspection (FAI) processes.Familiarity with technical data packages and digital work instructions.

US Security Clearance to the Level of SECRET required.

Experience with AS9100‑compliant environments or other quality management systems preferred.

Familiarity with inspection planning, risk‑based thinking, or Lean/Six Sigma principles preferred.

Prior use of QA software tools or digital inspection systems preferred.

Seniority level Internship

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Quality Assurance

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