SAQual Assurance Analyst
High school-level Quality / Testing roles on Crosslinked list a median of $55k (60 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.
Inspect surface prep, coating application and final products against SSPC/AMPP and NACE specs, documenting defects and issuing CoCs.
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Why it is interesting. Hands-on coating QA with holiday testing, DFT and AMPP-certified inspection work on government contract products
Might not be for you. Inspection and documentation focus, not R&D or formulation; the listing labels it both Analyst and Inspector
Adjacent materials roleCoating application inspection: holiday/pinhole testing per NACE SP0188, DFT readings, surface prep per SSPC/AMPP, coating defects (delamination, blistering)
- Seniority
- Entry level
- Work
- On-site
- Type
- Full-time
- Degree
- High school
- Experience
- 2+ yrs
- Industry
- Defense
- Role
- Quality / Testing
- Clearance
- Ability to obtain
Role details
Job ID 2617829
Location
Bedford, IN, US
Date Posted
2026-10-13
Category
Quality Assurance
Subcategory
Qual Assurance
Schedule
Full-Time
Shift
Day Job
Travel
Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required None
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain
Secret
Potential for Remote Work
ORA_ON_SITE
Description
SAIC is looking for a Quality Assurance Inspector for our Paint and Final Product Inspection team at our Bedford, IN location.
The Quality Assurance Inspector is responsible for ensuring all coating applications and final product inspections meet contract specifications, industry standards, and customer requirements. This position requires strong technical knowledge of coating systems, surface preparation standards, and inspection techniques. The QA Inspector serves as the primary point of contact for quality-related matters and is responsible for maintaining accurate inspection documentation throughout all phases of work.
Key Responsibilities
- Surface Preparation Inspection
- Verify surface cleanliness and preparation meets project specifications per SSPC/AMPP standards.
- Confirm substrate is free of all contaminants including oil, grease, and soluble salts
- Coating Application Inspection
- Verify correct coating system is applied per project specification.
- Conduct holiday and pinhole detection testing per NACE SP0188.
- Inspect for and document coating defects including
- Runs and sags
- Pinholes and holidays
- Delamination and blistering
- Overspray and missed areas
- Final Product Inspection
- Verify product dimensions and tolerances conform to engineering drawings
- Inspect welds visually per AWS D1.1 or applicable standard
- Verify final coating color, appearance, and coverage meet specification
- Inspect for physical damage prior to shipment
- Conduct final DFT readings across entire product surface
- Documentation & Reporting
- Maintain accurate and complete daily inspection reports
- Document all non-conformances (NCRs) and track to closure
- Photograph defects, surface preparation, and completed work
- Maintain all coating material certifications and calibration records
- Issue Certificate of Conformance (CoC) upon successful completion
- Compile and submit Material Test Reports (MTRs) and final inspection packages
- Coordinate witness inspections with customers as required
Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelors and two (2) years or more experience. High School and experience accepted in lieu of a degree.
- AMPP CIP Level 1 certification required; Level 2 preferred
- Experience with military or government contracts a plus
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
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