Inspector Machined Parts 3

Northrop Grumman • El Segundo, CA

4d • $56,000 - $93,400 • Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is hiring an Inspector Machined Parts 3 in El Segundo, California. The selected candidate will inspect parts and assemblies in an aerospace manufacturing environment using inspection tools and a computerized Manufacturing Execution System. The role focuses on detailed quality inspections of F-35 machined parts to verify compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements while supporting the production schedule and preventing defects. The position primarily works second shift, but the employee must be willing to work any shift, overtime, or a non-standard schedule. Travel is 10% of the time. Relocation assistance is not available, and no clearance is required to start.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 4 years of aerospace or precision manufacturing inspection experience, or hardware-related technician experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government clearance.
• Strong blueprint-reading and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) knowledge.
• Experience inspecting machined parts.
• Ability to use precision measurement equipment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and make sound quality decisions.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Willingness to work any shift, overtime, or a non-standard work schedule.
• Ability to work in a noisy environment and collaborate with engineering and production teams.

Nice To Haves

• F-35 or military aerospace experience.
• CMM inspection experience.
• AS9100 or DoD quality experience.
• Experience with root cause and corrective action (RCCA) and nonconformance processes.
• Experience supporting high-rate production environments.

Responsibilities

• Use the Manufacturing Execution System to identify jobs awaiting inspection.
• Read and understand engineering requirements, drawings, specifications, and GD&T.
• Locate and identify parts and assemblies for inspection.
• Perform dimensional and visual inspections of machined F-35 hardware using appropriate gauges and approved inspection methods.
• Verify product conformity and record inspection results.
• Perform first-article, in-process, and final inspections, including evaluation of surface finish and visual requirements.
• Identify, document, and communicate defects and nonconformances.
• Provide timely, accurate inspection results to support production.
• Maintain complete and accurate inspection documentation and records.
• Escalate quality concerns that may affect safety, quality, or schedule.
• Support root cause and corrective action activities.
• Maintain inspection equipment and ensure calibration requirements are met.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company-paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
• Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus, depending on the position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED