Quality Inspector I

KDA, Inc, headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, has been operating in the United States for more than 20 years. We produce world-leading Remote Weapon Systems (RWS) for the US Army, Marine Corps, and allies at our Johnstown, Pennsylvania factory. We have delivered more than 20,000 PROTECTOR RWS to 28 countries. The National Advanced Surface-to-Air System (NASAMS) is a highly mobile and tailorable capability that protects the airspace of 13 countries and Washington, DC. In 2027, we will do final assembly, test, and sustainment of the Naval Strike Missile and Joint Strike Missile systems at a new factory in southern Virginia.

Join us, and you’ll be part of a high performing team that develops advanced technology solutions to protect people and critical infrastructure in countries around the world. Explore your potential and discover what your future could be with Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc.

Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace Inc. in Johnstown, PA is seeking a Quality Inspector to join the team! The Quality Inspector will inspect individual parts, sub-assemblies, and whole components relating to the Remote Weapon Station (RWS) and ensure quality products meet their required specifications before delivery to our customer.

Responsibilities: 

• Inspect all parts, sub-assemblies, work in process, goods received and finished goods to ensure the products meet company quality standards.
• Use final checklist for main assemblies or work descriptions for the smaller sub-assemblies.
• Maintain inspection and quality data and enter into database in order to track performance and deficiencies.
• Ensure all documents are signed off and built according to the "as built" list.
• Sign documentation once acceptance has been approved.
• Record non-conforming materials into system according to the processes.
• Initiate, support, and participate in Training and Cross- Training.

Education Requirements: 

• High school diploma/GED equivalent is required.

Experience: 

• 1 year of prior experience in the quality inspection department of a production manufacturing facility(preferred). 
• Basic computer proficiencies, such as using internal computer systems, email and Microsoft Office Suite is necessary. 
• Must be able to work from prints, procedures, assembly diagrams, sketches, schematics and/or verbal-written instructions.

U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENT: “To comply with U.S. national security requirements mandated under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. will consider only applicants who are U.S. Persons for this position.” OR “Applicant must be a U.S. Person within the meaning of United States International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) governing export control.” “A U.S. Person is a United States Citizen or National, Lawful Permanent Resident, Lawful Temporary Resident, Refugee or Asylee.”

Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. is part of Kongsberg Gruppen (KONGSBERG), an international knowledge-based group that supplies high technology systems and solutions to its customers engaged in oil and gas production, the merchant marine, and the defense and aerospace industries. Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. performs final assembly and testing of Remote Weapon Stations. The company also performs repair and overhaul (R&O) of Remote Weapon Stations that come back from field operations.

In addition to competitive wages, we provide an excellent package of benefits, which presently includes company-paid health, vision and dental insurance, 401(k) with competitive match, a 9/80 work schedule, life insurance, sick time and paid time off (PTO).

Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

 Pre-employment Requirements: 

KDA, Inc. requires all candidates to successfully complete a pre‑employment physical, drug and alcohol screening, and a background investigation as part of the hiring process.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Company Paid Healthcare Premiums - 100%
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Schedule
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year

Training:

6 months (+)

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Holidays off
• Monday to Friday
• 980 Schedule

Work setting:

• In-person
• Manufacturing facility

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Johnstown, PA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work.