Quality Inspector 2 - 2ND SHIFT

Northrop GrummanSan Diego, CA
$47,200 - $78,600Onsite

About The Position

The Mission Enabling Products (MEP) organization in San Diego is seeking an experienced Mechanical Inspector with relevant aerospace industry experience in our Quality Assurance department. This employee will be working on small, medium and/or large government and commercial programs. This position is on 2nd Shift ( 1:00 pm - 10:30 pm). Job Summary The Quality Inspector performs dimensional inspections per work order and drawing requirements. They have the ability to utilize precision hand tools and surface plate setups and are proficient in blueprint reading. Inspects purchased parts and materials for conformity to standards, specifications, and processing requirements. Inspects for proper identity and dimensions using such measuring devices as micrometers, gauges, and calipers Visually inspects for obvious defects or damage such as corrosion, cracks, dents, scratches, and pits. Verifies specifications using purchase orders, blueprints, drawing or inspection instructions, and checklists. Makes pass/fail decisions on inspected goods. Maintains records of results. Inspections may involve compound angles or three-dimensional projections using inspection equipment such as microscopes, micrometers, telescope gauges, and optical comparators.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma and 2 years of additional education/or related experience
  • Proficiency with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing per ASME Y14.5
  • Experience inspecting tight tolerance machined components with complex geometry
  • Experience with dimensional inspection using precision hand tools and surface plate setup
  • Proficient blueprint reading skills
  • Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
  • Familiarity with aerospace standards (ex. AS9100, ISO9001)
  • Competent in Microsoft Word & Excel
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team environment
  • U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Nice To Haves

  • CMM/FARO Arm experience
  • Composite experience

Responsibilities

  • Performs dimensional inspections per work order and drawing requirements.
  • Utilizes precision hand tools and surface plate setups.
  • Proficient in blueprint reading.
  • Inspects purchased parts and materials for conformity to standards, specifications, and processing requirements.
  • Inspects for proper identity and dimensions using such measuring devices as micrometers, gauges, and calipers.
  • Visually inspects for obvious defects or damage such as corrosion, cracks, dents, scratches, and pits.
  • Verifies specifications using purchase orders, blueprints, drawing or inspection instructions, and checklists.
  • Makes pass/fail decisions on inspected goods.
  • Maintains records of results.
  • Conducts inspections that may involve compound angles or three-dimensional projections using inspection equipment such as microscopes, micrometers, telescope gauges, and optical comparators.

Benefits

  • health insurance coverage
  • life and disability insurance
  • savings plan
  • Company paid holidays
  • paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
  • overtime
  • shift differential
  • discretionary bonus
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