Precision Inspector (Starlink)

Space Exploration Technologies•Bastrop, TX

36d

About The Position

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. PRECISION INSPECTOR (STARLINK) SpaceX is developing a low latency, broadband internet system to meet the needs of consumers across the globe. Enabled by a constellation of low Earth orbit satellites, Starlink will provide fast, reliable internet to populations with little or no connectivity, including those in rural communities and places where existing services are too expensive or unreliable. SpaceX demands a new type of supply chain to support Starlink Product. We require our suppliers to provide premium quality with rapidly evolving designs at increasingly ambitious volumes.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
5+ years of quality inspection experience in a machine shop
1+ years of experience with blueprint reading, shop math and GD&T
DCC (direct computer controlled) CMM with PC-DMIS software experience

Nice To Haves

Understanding of ISO 9001/AS9100 quality management systems
Solid computer skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
Ability to review drawings and identify improper callouts/datum structures, according to ASME Y14.5
Thorough understanding of all layout inspection tools (surface plate, height gage, indicators, calipers, micrometers, gage blocks, thread gages, etc.)

Responsibilities

Complete surface plate work/inspection of machined aerospace parts
Inspect supplied product according to the applicable drawing and or work order specifications to verify that it conforms to all design requirements
Perform complex inspections following standardized methods
Complete in-process inspection, visual and/or dimensional inspection of precision machined parts
Interact proactively with production to improve products and reduce defects
Communicate and help resolve quality related issues
Document non-conformances in accordance with prescribed procedures and processes
Support quality management system policies and procedure documentation, assess compliance to company and industry standards, initiate and lead continual improvement and Lean manufacturing initiatives
Work in a cross functional environment utilizing PC-DMIS programming skills as applied to DCC CMMs
Create, maintain and verify CMM programs used for the measurements of manufactured and supplied parts
Perform documentation review and verification of certifications, specifications, and conformance to design and specification requirements