# Quality Inspector

> Laborup · Oak Ridge, United States · — · Posted 2026-07-12

**Salary:** USD 60,000–80,000

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

**Overview**

We're hiring Quality Inspectors for our aerospace and defense machine shop.

Our parts fly on F-16s, orbit on the International Space Station, and spin in nuclear centrifuges. We run low-volume, short-run work in one of the only true aerospace precision shops in the Knoxville area, and every part gets inspected before it ships.

You'll read engineering drawings with GD&T requirements, build inspection plans, and check CNC-machined and welded parts at receiving, in-process, and final inspection using calibrated hand tools.

**Why Join Us**

-   **High-impact parts:** Your stamp clears hardware for F-16s and the Space Station.
-   **Rare shop:** One of the only true aerospace precision shops near Knoxville.
-   **Constant variety:** Low-volume, short-run work — new parts and new prints.

**Compensation**

-   $30 - $40 / hr

**Hiring on 1st Shift**

-   Monday - Friday

**Responsibilities**

-   **Blueprint reading:** Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T callouts on every job.
-   **Inspection plans:** Develop plans that verify parts meet drawing requirements.
-   **Receiving inspection:** Check incoming parts and material against drawings and specs.
-   **In-process checks:** Inspect parts mid-run to keep dimensions in tolerance.
-   **Final inspection:** Verify finished parts, sub-assemblies, and equipment before shipment.
-   **Equipment testing:** Test custom fabricated mechanical equipment against requirements.
-   **Documentation:** Record and report all inspection and test results.

## Requirements

**Qualifications**

Required

-   Close tolerance machining or inspection experience
-   Experience in an ISO-certified manufacturing environment
-   Ability to read drawings and specifications
-   Working knowledge of GD&T
-   Hands-on experience with calipers, micrometers, and scales
-   High school diploma or GED

Preferred

-   Experience with CMM inspection methods
-   Experience with laser inspection methods
-   Experience with height, bore, and thread gauges
-   Prior experience developing inspection plans
-   Aerospace, defense, or energy industry experience

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## Apply

[Apply at Laborup](https://apply.workable.com/laborup/j/3D704C1176/apply)

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