Location: Simsbury,CT, USA
This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions. Click here ( to learn more.Job DescriptionEnsign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBA&D) is a leader in energetic and non-energetic system solutions offered to aerospace, satellite and defense customers for a wide variety of applications. EBA&D products and capabilities set the U.S. standard and are highly sought after in the international community.EBAD seeks an inspector for the position Quality Inspector , reporting to the Quality Engineering Lead. The position is located in Simsbury, CT.Responsibilities:The Quality Inspector provides effective verification that manufactured product or processes are compliant to defined requirements. Responsibilities include:Inspection support for Shop Floor Production Cells.Measurement of product to prove dimensional compliance.Recording of inspection results in a clear and organized manner. Reviewing manufacturing build records to assure that all steps have been properly documented.Assist the Quality Engineer with the preparation of certification data packages, contract quality data packages and First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR).Proper documentation and control of non-conforming product.Assist the product team in the analysis of process and product defect data, including root-cause, and the implementation of corrective actions.Support role during internal and customer quality system and safety audits.Requirements:3 years of experience as an inspector in an aerospace, defense or medical environment.Experience with basic measuring equipment such as shadow graphs, calipers, micrometers, height gages, and hardness testers.Must be able to read and interpret technical product drawings.Perform visual, dimensional, 1st piece and final inspection of detailed parts and assemblies.Accurate records of inspections performed, and creation of discrepancy reports is required.Should be familiar with corrective action systems, nonconforming material control systems and configuration management practices in an AS9100/ISO9000 environment.Experience in a production team environment.Proficient with Microsoft office suite software.Basic background in Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement.Must be able to manage their time to accomplish assigned tasks.Attention to detail is required.Ability to lift 20 lbsPreferred Skills:Electronics Inspection Experience (Component Inspection, PCB Assembly, Electromechanical Assembly, and IPC & J-STD Specification Knowledge)IPC-A-620 Inspection CertificationJ-STD-001 Space Addendum Inspection CertificationEnsign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.Ensign-Bickford Industries, ( (EBI), founded in 1836, is a privately-owned high technology conglomerate that participates in businesses that are relevant to the future of the world and have multigenerational growth prospects. Over the last 186 years, EBI has grown into a global science and technology leader in pet food science, space and defense, and diagnostic solutions. Our businesses are unified by a common shared operating system and a common set of Core Values.Watch the video above to learn more about some of the incredible challenges we take on every day to deliver the best product for our customers, and ultimately the world. The simple truth is: When you are a part of our team, you stand head and shoulders above the rest.We conduct business in a manner that reflects the highest human and ethical standards, with a commitment to mutually beneficial partnerships, and a belief in the efficacy of genuine economic and social service.Click here to learn about our Core Values ( InternationalAFB is the leader in pet food flavor enhancers. Ensuring product performance for pet food manufacturers—and their customers—is our business.⠀Cawood ( is the UK's leading scientific group, recognized for its technical capability and value-added service to customers in land-based industries.⠀ Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company ( is a global leader in precision energetic systems and other innovative explosives, non-explosive and electromechanical solutions for the defense and aerospace markets.⠀ EnviroLogix ( is an industry leader in the development and manufacturing of tests for the rapid detection of GMOs and mycotoxins throughout the worldwide food production chain.