Senior Quality Inspector (Contract)

• Performs and leads receiving, in-process, and final inspections of mechanical, electrical, and electronic components, subassemblies, and finished goods.
• Verify conformance to engineering drawings, specifications, IPC-A-610/620 standards, and contractual specifications.
• Document inspection results accurately and maintain traceable records in accordance with QMS procedures and AS9100 requirements.
• Identify and document nonconformances; provide recommendations to support root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action implementation.
• Support and perform first article inspections (FAIs) per internal and AS9102 requirements.
• Coordinate inspections to meet stakeholder needs and due dates based on priority.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, warehouse, and engineering to resolve quality issues and improve processes.
• Maintain calibration of inspection tools and ensure proper use of measurement equipment.
• Participate in internal audits, continuous improvement projects, and customer source inspections as required.
• Provide technical mentorship and on-the-job training to new and junior inspectors, support standardization and best practices.

• High school diploma or GED required; additional technical training or certification in quality inspection or metrology preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in manufacturing or defense/aerospace inspection or similar role with an Associate’s degree or higher (or 4 years of relevant experience without an Associate’s degree).
• Solid understanding of mechanical and/or electrical inspection techniques.
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and specifications.
• Proficiency using standard inspection equipment (micrometers, calipers, height gauges, CMMs, optical comparators, etc.).
• Working knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, MIL-SPEC and IPC-610/620 requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic quality data entry systems.
• Associate degree or certification in Quality Assurance, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related field.
• Experience performing AS9102 First Article Inspections.
• Working knowledge of coordinate measuring machines (CMM) or 3D scanning equipment.
• Certification or training to IPC-A-610/620 and/or J-STD-001.
• Experience in defense, aerospace, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills across multiple departments.
• ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
• At Epirus, you’ll work with technical peers and great people—and get first crack at some of the defining technology challenges of our time. Here, “impossible” is just a challenge. We're a diverse, fast-growing team of change-makers fueling the future of energy with revolutionary solutions. Join us and rewrite the rules.

E pirus is a high-growth technology company dedicated to overcoming the asymmetric challenges inherent to the future of national security. Epirus' flagship product, Leonidas, is a software-defined system built using intelligent power management techniques which allow power-hungry systems to do more with less. Job Summary: This is an exciting role in a growing company. This position plays a key role in verifying that materials, components, assemblies, and final products comply with defense industry standards, AS9100 requirements, and design specifications . The Senior Quality Inspector works closely with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to maintain the highest levels of product quality and customer satisfaction.