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QUALITY INSPECTOR (F9) - 2ND SHIFT

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide detailed in-process inspections on electrical and mechanical assemblies, using detailed drawings, CAD models, and established processes to verify conformance to design requirements
• Identify, document, and resolve production and test anomalies in accordance with prescribed procedures and pursue corrective action as required
• Communicate and help resolve quality related issues as they relate to the propulsion assembly department
• Document production non-conformances in accordance with prescribed procedures and processes as required
• Support quality management system policies and procedure documentation, assess compliance to company and industry standards, initiate and lead continual improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of inspection experience in an aerospace, military or manufacturing environment

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• BS or AA in a technical or engineering field
• Experience working with aerospace propulsion assembly installation and testing processes and procedures
• Experience working with material review board and root cause/corrective action systems
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of managing priorities and tasks as delegated
• Experience with performing electronic testing and inspections using portable measuring devices
• Strong understanding of safety programs and OSHA regulations and requirements
• Practical experience working within quality management systems (AS9100 and ISO 9001)
• Airframe & Powerplant license (A&P)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed. Nominal hours - 2nd shift: 3:30 PM - 2:00 AM
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
• Must be willing to travel up to 10%
• Must be able to climb ladders, stoop, bend, crawl, and work in tight spaces
• Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg

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.