Join The Entwistle Company and help ensure that every component we deliver for U.S. and allied defense meets exacting standards—because accuracy in our work underpins national and global security.
Why this role matters
Inspect mission-critical components and assemblies that directly support defense programs across air, land, sea, and space.
Drive quality excellence within a collaborative culture that prizes innovation and professional growth.
What you’ll do
Set up and execute detailed mechanical and visual inspections on parts, components, and assemblies.
Operate and interpret results from CMMs, FARO Arm, and Keyence Wide Area CMM.
Use micrometers, calipers, height stands, optical comparators, thread/plug gauges, gauge blocks, and plating thickness gauges.
Perform final product/assembly checks, first-piece approvals, and incoming vendor inspections to purchase order requirements.
Create formal inspection reports aligned with company procedures.
Identify non-conformances, notify production/assembly, and follow up on corrective actions.
Monitor quality trends and escalate improvement opportunities to management.
Recommend enhancements to inspection methods and equipment.
Interface with customer and government representatives.
Maintain an orderly, safe work area and follow all health and safety regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.
About The Entwistle Company
Mission:
Serve as an essential provider of mission-critical defense components and systems—recognized for specialized capability, quality, and dependability.
Design, manufacture, and build-to-print innovative, cost-effective products.
Enable DoD, Prime, and Foreign Military customers—and the U.S. warfighter—to complete their missions successfully.
Values: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Commitment guide our decisions and long-term strategy.
Your background
Associate’s Degree or equivalent technical school training
5+ years of inspection experience with strong GD&T knowledge
Hands-on ability with Coordinate Measuring Machines
Meticulous attention to detail with strong organizational and analytical skills
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Initiative-taking problem solver and dependable team contributor
Proficiencies
GD&T
AS9100 Quality Systems
Precision Measurement & Hand Metrology
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
Precision Measurement & Inspection
First Article Inspection (FAI)
Equipment you’ll touch
Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) (Faro)
Measurement Gauges
Calipers and Micrometers
Military crosswalk
Relevant experience may map from these roles:
Army MOS: 94H – Test, Measurement, and Diagnostic Equipment Maintenance Support Specialist
Navy NEC: NDT/NDI Program Personnel
Air Force AFSC: 2A7X2 – Nondestructive Inspection Specialist
Marine Corps MOS: 6048 – Aircraft Nondestructive Inspection Technician
Coast Guard Rating: NDI-Qualified Personnel
Benefits & rewards
401k – 4% match on 5% deferrals
PTO – Up to 5 weeks
Employer Paid Life Insurance
Employer Paid Short-term
Employer provided Paid Family/Medical Leave
Generous Health Insurance Coverage
Dental Insurance AND Vision Insurance
Safety Shoes & Glasses reimbursements
Employee Appreciation Events
Compensation: Competitive pay based on experience.