Incoming Inspection & Metrology Technician - Mechanical Parts

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About Aerospacelab

Our mission is supported by an ambitious vertically integrated approach: design & manufacture of small satellites combined with development of earth observation services.

Since its creation in 2018, the company has already grown substantially. Our team gathers more than 25 engineering expertise, from hardware design to software development & data science.

In 2026, Aerospacelab counts offices in Louvain-la-Neuve (Belgium), Toulouse (France), Lausanne (Switzerland) and US West Coast with more than 400 full-time employees, with the ambition to position itself as the European leader in small satellites.

Your mission

• Execute defined quality control activities on incoming mechanical parts, subassemblies, and raw materials during procurement and production
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings (GD&T, tolerances, surface finishes, material call-outs) to define and perform relevant inspection points
• Perform dimensional and metrology inspections using standard and precision measurement equipment (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMM, etc.)
• Rigorously follow defined inspection processes and work instructions, ensuring consistency and repeatability of results
• Document inspection activities and maintain accurate, traceable records
• Identify non-conforming items, support root cause investigation, and define way-forward actions
• Establish Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and process them in coordination with supply chain and engineering
• Support continuous improvement by contributing to lessons learned and refining inspection processes and checklists

Must have

• 3+ years of experience in quality control or inspection and metrology of mechanical/machined parts
• Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings and technical specifications, including tolerancing (GD&T)
• Hands-on experience with measurement and metrology equipment
• Rigor and thoroughness, with strong attention to detail
• Good interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to work in a diverse team environment

Nice to have

Experience operating CNC machines (milling, turning) or working closely with a machine shop
Familiarity with relevant ECSS, ISO, and/or IPC standards
Prior experience in the space or aerospace sector
Prior experience working in a cleanroom environment
Relevant technical training or diploma (mechanical engineering, machining, or metrology)
Familiarity with CMM programming or coordinate measuring software
Familiarity with Odoo
Communication English proficiency