Quality Control Inspector - First Shift

Devens, MA

About the role

About Commonwealth Fusion Systems: 

 

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy.

 

Combining decades of research, top talent, and new technologies, we’re designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And we're working with policymakers, suppliers, and many others to build the energy industry of the future.

 

We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised $4 billion of capital, making us the largest and leading fusion company in the world.

 

Now we’re looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who’ll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team. 

 

If that’s you and this role fits, we want to hear from you.


Join the power movement as a Quality Control Inspector

 

CFS is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector to lead inspection and test activities for the SPARC project. You will perform daily inspections on precision components using a variety of advance inspection equipment during receiving, in-process and assembly stages. You will also perform detailed documentation reviews including material certifications, dimensional inspection results, chemical analysis, and other quality reports and information.

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What you'll do:
  • Conduct dimensional inspection of high precision machined components at receiving, in-process and pre-assembly stages as required
  • Execute inspections to required accuracy
  • Prepare and document detailed inspection reports and nonconformances as needed
  • Analyze and interpret vendor submitted dimensional inspection reports
  • Review and approve inspection and material test reports from vendors
  • Support other mechanical testing and welding inspection needs as required 
  • Support ISO 9001:2015 activities on the shopfloor
  • Reviews blueprints and documentation to ensure appropriate materials are used and specifications are followed
  • Interface with Technicians on issues related to quality and help them in understanding and interpreting quality specifications and technical drawings
  • Consider safety first for themselves and others


What we’re looking for:
  • High school diploma
  • GD&T Training
  • 5+ years of experience in advanced mechanical inspections
  • Proficient in interpretation and usage of ASME Y14.5 (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance)
  • Be able to set up, maintain, and use varieties of inspection hand tools (caliper, micrometer, bore gages, rings & plug gages, profilometer, coating thickness gage, comparator, sine bar, etc.)
  • CMM, Romer Arm, 3D scanning & tactile probing, (Creaform)


Bonus points for:
  • Experience in Aerospace,  Automotive  or Machining Industry 
  • Keyence VR 3D Profilometer
  • Polyworks experience
  • ZEISS CMM with Calypso software


Must-have Requirements:
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Perform activities such as stooping, climbing, typing, standing, and sitting for extended periods of time
  • Dedication to safety to mitigate industrial hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, and cryogenics
  • Willingness to travel occasionally or do required nights/weekends/on-call


\n$30 - $45 an hourSalary range for this full-time position + equity + benefitsThe actual salary will depend on level, location, qualifications, and experience. The range displayed on each job posting reflects new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Benefits include: •  Competitive compensation with equity •  13 Company-wide Holidays •  Flexible vacation days •  10 sick days •  Generous parental leave policy •  Health, dental, and vision insurance •  401(k) with employer matching •  Professional growth opportunities •  Team-building activities\n

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At CFS, we excel in fast-paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. As we grow, we’re eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges.

 

We value diversity deeply and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally, regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law.

 

This role requires compliance with U.S. laws concerning the export of controlled or protected technologies or information (collectively, “Export Control Laws"). Any offer of employment will be contingent on the need for compliance with such Export Control Laws.

About Commonwealth Fusion Systems

Commonwealth Fusion Systems develops fusion energy systems using high-temperature superconducting (HTS) magnets to create compact tokamak reactors. It is building SPARC, a demonstration device designed to achieve net energy gain from fusion and laying the groundwork for ARC, a grid-connected fusion power plant targeting early 2030s operation. The company partners with MIT and manufactures its HTS magnets and related components, applying peer-reviewed science in its firewalling of plasma and reactor engineering. It has introduced innovations like the PIT VIPER superconducting cable to support pulsed-power magnet systems and accelerate readiness for commercial fusion.

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Job details

Salary

$30 - $45

Location

Devens, MA

Company

NameCommonwealth Fusion Systems
IndustryClean Energy
Team Size5

Funding

Total raised

$2.9B

Last stage

Series B

Investors

BBreakthrough Energy Ventures
Khosla Ventures
Tiger Global
GGoogle
EEni

Founders

BM

Bob Mumgaard

Co-founder & CEO

LinkedIn
BS

Brandon Sorbom

Co-founder & Chief Science Officer

Dan Brunner

Dan Brunner

Co-founder (former CTO)

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What happens next.

No applications, no recruiter spam. Just the intro.

01

Confirm the fit

A few questions to make sure this role is the right shape for you. Two minutes.

02

I pitch you to the company

I write the intro, send it to the founder, and handle the back-and-forth.

03

A meeting lands on your calendar

If they’re a yes, I book the chat. You show up — that’s the whole job-hunt.