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Mechanical Quality Inspector

nLIGHT, Inc.
paid time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, 401(k)
United States, Colorado, Longmont
May 14, 2026
Description Location: Longmont, CO (onsite) Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience workingwithopto-mechanicalsystemsfor aerospace or defense. Minimum Education: H.S. Diploma or GEDrequired; Associate degree or Technical Certification is a plus Compensation: $30.00 - $44.00/hourdependingupon education, skills, andexperience. Who We Are nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is one of the nation's leading developers of Directed Energy systems, which is a top modernization priority of the Department of Defense. Our High Energy Laser (HEL) systems, Adaptive Optical (AO) systems, and Acquisition / Pointing / Tracking (APT) solutions are designed to overcome the most difficult challenges facing the deployment of high energy laser solutions to the United States military and our allies. Located in Longmont, Colorado, nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is a vertically integrated business thatleveragesinternal capabilities - from semiconductor device through target identification - to develop systems that are both high-performance and cost-effective. We continue to invest in capabilities, facilities and technology to bring leading edge HEL solutions to the warfighter. This is a great opportunity to work at a company that is on the leading edge of the HEL industry and provides a culture of excellence and commitment to delivering solutions to the warfighter and our country. Headquarteredin Camas, Washington,nLIGHTis a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR). Summary: Quality Inspectors atnLIGHTDEFENSE Systems, Inc. ensure that every mechanicalcomponentsupporting ourhigh energylaser (HEL) systems meets the rigorous standardsrequiredformission criticaldefense applications. Our teams work with advanced carbon fiber structures,precision machinedparts, andsheet metalassemblies that must perform reliably in challenging operational environments. We rely on disciplined,detail driveninspectors who can interpret complex engineering requirements,validatesupplier quality, and uphold the traceability and compliance standards essential to HEL system integration. We need motivated Quality Inspectors who are excited to contribute tocutting-edgeHEL solutions and ensure excellence from the momentpartsarrive at our facility. All applicants mustpossessor be qualified to obtain a U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Preference will be given to candidates with an existing U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Further information on requirements to obtain a security clearance is available at: https://www.dcsa.mil/mc/pv/mbi/gicp/. Please review this information before applying. Responsibilities: Perform receiving,in process, and final inspections, with a primary focus on incoming inspection of mechanical parts. Use precision measurement tools toverify drawing requirements are met for completed parts.Assistengineers with dispositioning parts. Support part serialization andmaintaintraceability throughout the inspection workflow.Identifyand document nonconforming material;assistwith NCMR initiation, segregation, and communication with internal teams. FollowISOcertifiedcleanroom and ITAR compliance requirements. Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain to resolve quality issues and improve incoming part consistency. Effectively manage schedule and priorities with moderate daily direction to meet scheduleobjectives. Required Experience / Capability: Commitment to Excellence. Attention to Detail. Pride in Workmanship. Minimum 5 years of mechanical inspection experience in manufacturing, aerospace, or defense. Strong ability to read engineering drawings and interpret GD&T. Handson experience with precision measurement tools includingCMM. Familiarity working in anISOcertifiedcleanroom environment. Experience performing receiving inspection for machinedand weldedparts. Understanding of ISO 9001 practices and documentation requirements. Must be a U.S. Personin accordance withITAR. Functional use and knowledge of Microsoft Office suite tools, particularly PowerPoint and Excel. Additional Desired Experience / Capability: Exposure to inspection of optical components Background supporting NCMR and MRB processes. Experience in defense,high energylaser systems, or other highly regulated industries. Benefits Summary: 4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year 11 paid Holidays Employee Stock Purchase Plan Tuition Assistance Program Health (ACA Gold Plan),Visionand Dental Care paid by employer 100% for Employee and 75% for Dependents Paid Family Leave,Short and Long TermDisability paid by employer 100% Competitive 401k with company match and immediate vesting Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at [emailprotected].