Mechanical Inspector
Karman Space & Defense
Operations
California, USA
Posted on Mar 29, 2026
Summary
Without the strength of our Quality team, we would not be able to offer the industry-leading service we’re known for. We’re seeking an experienced Mechanical Inspector Professional. The ideal candidate will have proven industry experience as a Mechanical Inspector.
As a strong communicator and skilled hands-on Mechanical Inspector, you will p erform mechanical and visual inspection in support of product conformance and generate the required inspection reports. Work with Customer Representatives (source inspectors) in presenting / verifying conformance prior to delivery. The Mechanical Inspector must be able to explain the respective role within the QMS and how their role contributes to quality (Ref. Quality Procedures). The Mechanical Inspector shall contribute to product conformity as apart to their daily job function and shall contribute to product safety. The Mechanical Inspector shall also be aware of ethical behavior and conduct themselves accordingly to Karman policies and procedures.
About Us
Karman Space & Defense provides concept-to-production solutions for mission-critical systems on spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, hypersonics, and integrated defense systems. We believe that solving the industry’s most complex and mission-critical challenges requires relentless determination and a willingness to push the boundaries of possibility. Karman Space & Defense brings to bear unparalleled production capabilities, unmatched engineering expertise, and unflinching analysis to render the impossible, possible.
Compensation & Benefits
Equal Opportunity
Karman is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform servicemember status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment advertising, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.
Without the strength of our Quality team, we would not be able to offer the industry-leading service we’re known for. We’re seeking an experienced Mechanical Inspector Professional. The ideal candidate will have proven industry experience as a Mechanical Inspector.
As a strong communicator and skilled hands-on Mechanical Inspector, you will p erform mechanical and visual inspection in support of product conformance and generate the required inspection reports. Work with Customer Representatives (source inspectors) in presenting / verifying conformance prior to delivery. The Mechanical Inspector must be able to explain the respective role within the QMS and how their role contributes to quality (Ref. Quality Procedures). The Mechanical Inspector shall contribute to product conformity as apart to their daily job function and shall contribute to product safety. The Mechanical Inspector shall also be aware of ethical behavior and conduct themselves accordingly to Karman policies and procedures.
About Us
Karman Space & Defense provides concept-to-production solutions for mission-critical systems on spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, hypersonics, and integrated defense systems. We believe that solving the industry’s most complex and mission-critical challenges requires relentless determination and a willingness to push the boundaries of possibility. Karman Space & Defense brings to bear unparalleled production capabilities, unmatched engineering expertise, and unflinching analysis to render the impossible, possible.
Compensation & Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement*
- Maintain and Realize AS 9100 procedures and continuous improvement efforts.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Generate inspection reports.
- Perform mechanical and visual inspection on product utilizing both engineering data and electronic models.
- Work with Program Mangers to support inspection efforts.
- Work with manufacturing to support production needs.
- Review of electronic data (quoting and manufacture).
- Must understand how customer products are impacted in the of failure.
- Any other duties as assigned.
- Must be detail oriented, extremely organized, must possess excellent communication skills, and be able to interact well with Customers and all levels of Management.
- Must have excellent blueprint skills.
- Hand working inspection tool experience.
- Must have working knowledge of Customer requirements / specifications.
- Must have direct communication with internal customers.
- Must be trained of applicable changes & customer requirements.
- Must know the QMS basic system of reporting, record keeping and follow instruction
- High school graduate or equivalent in work experience.
- Adequate years of experience in inspecting machine parts and assemblies using laser tracker determined by Karman.
- Adequate years of experience using inspection hand tools (i.e. Calipers, micrometers, etc.)
- Adequate years of experience working with Customer Source Inspectors
- Constant standing/walking/sitting for at least 8 hours.
- Occasional pushing, pulling, lifting, or carrying up to 50 lbs , minimum 35 lbs.
- Sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment.
- Clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less. Corrective lenses may be worn to fulfill requirement.
- Prolonged periods of repetitive movement are required.
- Constant holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with the hand(s).
- Occasional extending of arms to reach overhead, at shoulder level and below shoulder level.
- 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. Learn more about the ITAR here .
Equal Opportunity
Karman is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform servicemember status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment advertising, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.
