SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

AVIONICS QUALITY INSPECTOR

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• requirements supporting multiple avionics assembly and testing work centers.
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• Identify, document, and resolve production and test anomalies in accordance with prescribed procedures and pursue corrective action as required
• Interface with engineering and production to resolve nonconforming material issues
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment
• Read, interpret and work from free form drawings as well as from controlled documentation and processes
• Independently perform verifications and document results in a clear, precise, and complete manner

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of experience in electronic and mechanical assemblies
• 3+ years of experience with the control of nonconforming hardware, failure/root cause analysis, corrective and preventive processes

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate's degree
• Good communication skills and the ability to articulate aerospace hardware and systems problems to technical professionals to initiate resolutions
• Experience reading and interpreting design drawings and CAD models
• Substantial knowledge of the control of nonconforming hardware, failure/root cause analysis, corrective and preventive action processes
• Knowledgeable with ISO 9001/AS9100 quality management systems.
• Experience inspecting solder, crimping, conformal coating, staking, and surface mounted devices accordance with NASA 8739 and/or IPC-J-STD-001, IPC-A-610 standards
• Wire harness experience in accordance with NASA-STD-8739.3 and 8739.4 and/or IPC-A-620 standards
• Experience with performing electronic testing and inspection using portable measuring devices
• Proficient with computers, the ability to use MS Office, shop floor management software (ERP) and related programs
• Ability to work independently with a strong work ethic, be innovative, detail oriented, possess initiative, and team oriented

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as needed
• Must be able to work variable work shifts dependent upon production demands
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs. unassisted, stoop, bend, crawl and being able to maneuver in tight spaces

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.