Flight Inspector 2
About The Position
Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking a Level 2 Flight Inspector to work in Dulles, Virginia. The position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommuting. The inspector supports Quality Assurance by inspecting spacecraft components, subassemblies, and finished products to ensure they meet company and government standards. The role is suited to someone with a strong work ethic, attention to detail, computer skills, and willingness to learn and grow in the aerospace industry. The schedule is 9/80, with every other Friday off. The inspector performs in-process and final inspections of wiring, connectors, harness assemblies, and related components, including review of product build documentation. Work includes dimensional and visual inspections using calibrated measuring equipment and magnification; applying process specifications and workmanship standards; identifying discrepancies and preparing nonconformance reports; reviewing build documentation for configuration compliance; and auditing work areas for compliance with ISO documentation and procedures. The inspector may serve as a safety representative during critical or hazardous operations and must follow ESD, FOD, and flight-hardware handling controls. Other duties may be assigned. The role requires some physical agility, including occasional ladder climbing and working at floor level. Working around delicate flight hardware requires constant situational awareness and controlled movements. Inspection aids may include eye loops and microscopes, and an annual eye exam must be passed. Travel is approximately 10% of the time. No relocation assistance is available, and no clearance is required to start.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent and two years of additional education and/or related experience.
- Personal initiative to become engaged in assigned work without constant coaching or direction to the next assignment.
- Ability to read engineering documentation and inspect to drawings, parts lists, inspection plans, and supplemental instructions.
- Willingness to support second shift as required, with occasional overtime, weekend, and holiday support if needed.
- Willingness to travel, though not often, in support of spacecraft-level activities if required.
- Ability to use Microsoft applications and learn new computer programs and applications.
- Basic technical writing skills.
- Ability to occasionally climb ladders and/or work at floor level.
- Constant situational awareness and controlled movements when working around delicate flight hardware.
- Ability to use inspection aids such as eye loops and microscopes and pass an annual eye exam.
Nice To Haves
- Working knowledge of TipQA, MES, and/or Costpoint database applications.
- Knowledge of reading schematics and wire lists.
- Previous experience working for an ISO-certified company and using Process Specifications or Military Standards.
- Prior workmanship certifications for manufacturing standards, such as IPC-A-620 or NASA 8739 series.
- Associate degree from an accredited institution.
Responsibilities
- Perform in-process and final inspections on wiring, connectors, harness assemblies, and related components, including review of product build documentation.
- Perform detailed dimensional and visual inspections using calibrated measuring equipment, including inspection under magnification.
- Confirm acceptable quality standards and workmanship practices are used in assigned work centers.
- Apply process specifications and applicable workmanship standards during everyday job functions.
- Identify discrepant conditions and generate nonconformance reports for discrepancies found during inspections.
- Review product build documentation for configuration audit to determine whether the as-built product meets the as-designed requirements.
- Audit work areas for compliance with ISO documentation and procedures.
- Act as safety representative during critical and/or hazardous operations.
- Follow ESD, FOD, and handling controls for flight hardware.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Savings plan
- Company-paid holidays
- Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
- Potential eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonus, depending on the position
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
