Inspector V

BAE Systems•Westminster, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for an experienced quality control inspector with leadership experience in a production environment, potentially from industries such as medical or automotive. The role involves supporting and developing a team, becoming proficient in company systems for manufacturing planning and control, part specifications, engineering drawings, and MRP/ERP. The Integrated Supply Chain team plays a critical role in program success by managing the end-to-end material flow. The Operations Strategic Capabilities Unit enables efficient business and program execution through strategic investments, industrial operations, supply chain management, manufacturing, test operations, and facilities management.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent plus 4 years or more related experience. Each higher-level related degree, i.e., Bachelor’s or Master’s, may substitute for two years of related experience.
Expert level of competency in the area of mechanical and electrical inspection.
Proficient level in interpreting and utilizing Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) for inspection purposes.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate technical issues and interface with engineering.
Proficiency using Windows and common Microsoft Office applications.
Good physical dexterity and coordination to safely handle parts, color vision/discrimination, and visual acuity and depth perception for inspection and CMM operations.
Ability to use microscopes and magnifiers and handle very small parts.
Ability to frequently bend and lift up to 40 pounds occasionally.
Applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.

Nice To Haves

Experience in medical or automotive industries.
Experience as an Applications Engineer performing inspection activities without the inspector title.

Responsibilities

Cultivate a great atmosphere with clear communication and open collaboration.
Maintain working knowledge of Business Process Library.
Perform basic dimensional inspections using micrometers, calipers, feeler gages, etc.
Create and maintain First Article Inspection Reports, as required.
Support Government and/or Customer Source Inspections, as required.
Inspect incoming or production materials or articles for conformance to engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications; process standards and specifications; and production or process plans.
Perform incoming test of components.
Monitor for conformance to design or test specifications or standards.
Accept or reject materials or articles; identify and document non-conformance and notify appropriate personnel of potential rejection of items.
Refer/document unusual inspection problems to Supervisor or Project Quality Engineer.
Apply/enforce/comprehend accept/reject criteria and revision status from engineering drawings, MIL-specs, screening specs, or process certification training.
Witness or monitor functional/performance testing at sub-assembly and/or end-item level.
Obtain and maintain all necessary certifications, including GD&T and IPC required for assigned tasks.
Troubleshoot inspection problems related to fixtures, software, drawings, documentation, or processes.
Perform Final Inspection and review documentation required for end-item shipments.
Perform analytical investigations and report inspection problems including trend analysis.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with customer counterparts.
Adequately assign needs either forecasted through Workforce or direct program/project center requests.
Provide daily leadership to employees/peers for specific tasks, direction, and priorities.
Provide leadership support for employees, tasks, and cross-functional teams.
Provide input for, write, and/or deliver performance evaluations/reviews.
Recommend and/or initiate strategies to program, project, and organizational teams.
Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company.
Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
Perform other duties as necessary.