i3 is seeking a Senior Quality Inspector to support a unique and complex US Government production/engineering effort located in Huntsville, Alabama. The qualified candidate will be responsible for performing receiving, in-process, and final inspection of mechanical and electrical assemblies to ensure compliance with drawings, work instructions, test requirements, and applicable quality standards. The position involves working closely with production, engineering, quality, and supplier personnel to identify and document nonconformances, support inspection and test activities, and provide practical input into test plans, procedures, and process improvements. The candidate should have experience working in a controlled manufacturing environment and be familiar with ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality system requirements.

• Inspect mechanical assemblies, electrical assemblies, wiring, and completed systems
• Create drawings, schematics, work instructions, and acceptance criteria interpretations
• Perform in-process, receiving, and final inspection of hardware
• Use standard mechanical and electrical inspection equipment
• Document inspection results and nonconformances
• Participate in test plan, inspection plan, and procedure development
• Travel approximately 10% to support the team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality, Engineering, or related field preferred
• 6-12 years of relevant experience in quality control and/or assurance, preferably in the military and/or aerospace industry.
• Familiarity with AS9100 and ISO 9001 requirements
• Experience in aerospace, defense, aviation, or another controlled manufacturing environment
• Ability to provide practical quality input to engineering and production
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.
• U. S. Citizenship is required.

Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to embrace role as a team player by exercising the humility, self-motivation, and interpersonal skills necessary to thrive in a collaborate environment.
• Knowledge of office administration and procedures.
• Exceptional judgment capabilities and relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and client service skills; ability to clearly communicate in discussions and written documents, and to deliver feedback clearly and tactfully.
• Interact with a diverse array of customers and staff in a professional and courteous manner.
• Work independently with accountability for accurate and complete results.
• Be extremely organized and exceptionally detail oriented.
• Work well both independently and in a team environment.
• Be energized by a fast-paced work environment.
• Must be able to communicate with others effectively.
• Analyze information and respond appropriately.
• Manage time wisely and prioritize tasks.
• Provide superior customer service.
• Multi-task in a pleasant manner.
• Work well under pressure.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Regular i3 hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday, however, additional hours may be required on occasion. Regular and punctual attendance is required.