Defense Manufacturing Dimensional Quality Inspector
Job Description
Job DescriptionStep into a day that measures up
At The Entwistle Company, each measurement you take helps protect service members and allies around the world. As a Dimensional Quality Inspector, you’ll apply your metrology expertise to ensure mission-critical components meet exacting standards for U.S. and allied defense programs.
We’re a team driven by Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Commitment. If you thrive on precision, continuous improvement, and meaningful impact, you’ll feel at home here.
How you’ll spend your day
- Set up and carry out meticulous inspections on parts, components, and assemblies using mechanical and visual techniques.
- Utilize advanced tools: Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), FARO Arm, Keyence Wide Area CMM, micrometers, height stands, optical comparators, thread and plug gauges, gauge blocks, and plating thickness gauges.
- Own final product and assembly checks, first-piece validations, and incoming inspections to verify purchase order compliance.
- Record findings clearly and produce formal inspection reports aligned with company procedures.
- Detect non-conformances, communicate with production/assembly teams, and verify corrective actions are completed.
- Track quality trends and escalate when corrective or process improvements are warranted.
- Recommend enhancements to inspection equipment, programs, or methods to boost accuracy and throughput.
- Interface with customer and government representatives as needed.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area, and perform other duties as assigned.
Our mission in action
- Be an essential provider of mission-critical defense components and systems across air, land, sea, and space—recognized for specialized capabilities, quality, and dependability.
- Design, manufacture, and build-to-print innovative, cost-effective products.
- Help our DoD, Prime, and Foreign Military customers—and the U.S. warfighter—succeed in their missions.
What you’ll bring
- Associate’s Degree or equivalent technical school training.
- 5+ years of inspection experience with strong knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Hands-on ability with Coordinate Measuring Machines.
- Keen attention to detail; excellent organizational and analytical capabilities.
- Comfort managing multiple priorities at once; proactive problem-solver who takes initiative.
- Team-oriented communicator who collaborates effectively.
Proficiencies we look for
- GD&T
- Quality Inspection Experience
- Quality Control Experience
- Field Measurements
- Blueprint Reading
Machines & technologies you’ll use
- Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) (Faro)
- Measurement Gauges
- Calipers and Micrometers
Military experience translates here
We value your service and transferable skills. Relevant backgrounds include:
- Army MOS: 94H – Test, Measurement, and Diagnostic Equipment Maintenance Support Specialist
- Navy NEC: NDT/NDI Program Personnel
- Air Force AFSC: 2A7X2 – Nondestructive Inspection Specialist
- Marine Corps MOS: 6048 – Aircraft Nondestructive Inspection Technician
- Coast Guard Rating: NDI-Qualified Personnel
Benefits and support
- 401k – 4% match on 5% deferrals
- PTO – Up to 5 weeks
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Employer Paid Short-term
- Employer provided Paid Family/Medical Leave
- Generous Health Insurance Coverage
- Dental Insurance AND Vision Insurance
- Safety Shoes & Glasses reimbursements
- Employee Appreciation Events
Competitive pay based on experience.
Bring your precision to a place where it truly matters—and grow with a company that invests in your craft and your career.