Drimva

Divergent

Sr. Metrology & Inspection Specialist

$116K–$145K

Long Beach, California, United States +3 · Senior · Full-time · Posted Apr 29, 2026

Location
Long Beach, California, United States
Torrance, California, United States
Long Beach, California, United States
Torrance, California, United States
Experience
7+ years in high-precision manufacturing, such as aerospace, defense, or automotive.

About the job

Leads precision inspection strategy and execution for complex manufactured components, improving quality practices and mentoring cross-functional teams.

What you'll do

  • Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections; interpret drawings and GD&T to select inspection methods.
  • Improve inspection processes, support root-cause analysis and corrective actions, and maintain inspection standards and documentation.
  • Mentor inspectors, machinists, and engineers in metrology, blueprint interpretation, and GD&T.

What they ask for

  • Mastery of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and practical inspection techniques; expert ability to select and use metrology tools.
  • Experience with AS9102 FAI documentation, NCRs, and quality system protocols.
  • Track record of mentoring others and influencing inspection or process improvements.
  • Ability to lawfully access information and technology subject to US export controls.

Nice to have

  • Familiarity with non-contact metrology systems; working knowledge of AS9100 or ISO 9001.
  • Experience with additive manufacturing, CNC machining, or prototype-to-production transitions; NX, Teamcenter, or equivalent PLM/CAD systems.

Pay

$115,670.00 - $144,590.00 USD base salary

Tools

ASME Y14.5, AS9102, AS9100, ISO 9001, NX, Teamcenter

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First seen Oct 29, 2026 · Last verified Nov 6, 2026 (UTC)