Quality Assurance Technician

About the role

At Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD), we believe that our strengths are built on our most important resource - our people. Join EBAD and you'll be a part of a team who creates cutting edge technology that will blast us into the future. No other company can match the innovative energetic solutions that we provide. At EBAD you will actively contribute to successful missions putting men, women and satellites into space, and protecting our armed service men and women around the world. If this is the culture and work environment you are seeking, then EBAD is the place for you!

About the role

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD) is a leader in energetic and non-energetic system solutions offered to aerospace, satellite and defense customers for a wide variety of applications. EBAD products and capabilities set the U.S. standard and are highly sought after in the international community.

EBA&D seeks a Quality Assurance Technician (Inspector). This position is located in Simsbury, CT.

Responsibilities

This position supports the Linear Transfer Systems team in Simsbury. The candidate will be responsible for providing effective verification of products and certification packages against requirements and the communication of findings associated to the verification.

• Perform in process and final inspection of components and assemblies
• Maintain accurate, neat and complete inspection records.
• Keep work area organized and clean and follow all established safety guidelines.
• Work within a team structure to achieve company and department goals.
• Perform additional duties related to specific area assignments when requested.

Requirements

The successful candidate must have graduated from High School or equivalent G.E.D. and 5+ years of experience, ideally within a technical field or in an aerospace or defense related company.

Required experience includes

• Capable of utilizing all standard inspection tools and equipment including calipers, micrometers, drop indicators, shadow graphs.
• Knowledge of ISO/AS procedures a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret prints using Geometric Dimension and Tolerance (GD&T).
• Must be able to read and understand military specifications and industry standards.
• Read and understand English.
• Effectively communicate and interact with all levels of management
• High attention to detail.
• Self-starter with strong initiative.
• Reacts with a positive attitude when priorities change.
• Basic PC fundamentals, knowledge of Microsoft Office is essential.

Pay and benefits

The anticipated wage range for this position is $60,000-70,000/year. The salary range represents the range EBAD has established in good faith for this position and may vary based on qualifications, experience, education, skills, internal equity, and business needs.

EBAD offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement benefits; paid time off and holidays; life and disability insurance; employee assistance and wellness resources; and incentive compensation eligibility, subject to applicable plan terms and conditions. Benefit eligibility may vary based on position, work location, employment status, and applicable plan provisions.