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PRECISION INSPECTOR (MACHINING) - 2ND SHIFT

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete surface plate work/inspection of machined aerospace parts
• Inspect supplied product according to the applicable drawing and or work order specifications to verify that it conforms to all design requirements
• Perform complex inspections following standardized methods
• Complete in-process inspection, visual and/or dimensional inspection of precision machined parts
• Interact proactively with production to improve products and reduce defects
• Communicate and help resolve quality related issues
• Document non-conformances in accordance with prescribed procedures and processes
• Support quality management system policies and procedure documentation, assess compliance to company and industry standards, initiate and lead continual improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives
• Work in a cross functional environment utilizing PC-DMIS programming skills as applied to DCC CMMs
• Create, maintain and verify CMM programs used for the measurements of manufactured and supplied parts
• Perform documentation review and verification of certifications, specifications, and conformance to design and specification requirements

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of quality inspection experience

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Understanding of ISO 9001/AS9100 quality management systems
• Solid computer skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
• Ability to review drawings and identify improper callouts/datum structures, according to ASME Y14.5
• Thorough understanding of all layout inspection tools (surface plate, height gage, indicators, calipers, micrometers, gage blocks, thread gages, etc.)
• DCC (direct computer controlled) CMM with PC-DMIS software experience
• 1+ years of experience with blueprint reading, shop math or GD&T
• Experience working in a machine shop

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to work all shift hours, able to work overtime and/or weekend as needed. Nominal hours are as listed: 2nd shift, 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted 
• Must be able to stand for extended periods – 8 hours min

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.