Launch Quality Inspector - Level 4/5

SpaceX • Vandenberg Village, CA

1d • $42 - $63 • Onsite

About The Position

Our quality inspectors are responsible for being the last line of defense in assuring mission success. You will perform in-process inspections and verify that all key performance and design characteristics are met or exceeded during test preparation and acceptance testing. You will be working hands on with the most cutting-edge rocket technology currently available and will be part of history.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 8+ years of inspection experience in an aerospace, military or manufacturing environment
• Ability to pass Air Force background check for Vandenberg Space Force Base
• Ability to work one of the following shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed: 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday or 5:00 PM - 3:30 AM, Monday - Friday
• Ability to climb ladders and work in tight spaces
• Must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or higher in quality, engineering, or related field
• FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) airframe and power plant license
• Knowledge of quality assurance principles, methods, and processes
• Knowledge of avionics and electrical systems
• Knowledge of aerospace propulsion and principles
• Knowledge of aerospace structures
• Knowledge of GSE (ground support engineering/equipment) systems and general associated equipment
• Strong knowledge and experience in aerospace standards and its general practices
• Intermediate level skill with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
• Intermediate level skill with Windows operating systems

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections (in-process and final) on structural and propulsion components and subassemblies (mechanical, electrical, electro- mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic)
• Inspect, verify, and proactively support structures and propulsion development and acceptance testing; assure adherence to design, specification, and testing requirements
• Document production and test anomalies in accordance with prescribed procedures and process as required
• Communicate and help resolve quality related issues as they relate to the site and other SpaceX locations
• Process non-conforming product
• Routinely observe technical operations and offer guidance and/or serve as an additional technical resource
• Determine manufacturing compliance to NASA and customer, as well as internal, specifications to meet launch and mission requirements

Benefits

• Company stock or long-term cash awards
• Potential discretionary bonuses
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Various other discounts and perks
• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 10 or more paid holidays per year
• Paid sick leave

What This Job Offers

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