Quality Inspector - Level 1 or 2

Northrop Grumman•San Diego, CA

4d•$47,200 - $78,600•Onsite

About The Position

The Mission Enabling Products (MEP) organization within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission. The Mission Enabling Products (MEP) organization in San Diego is seeking an experienced Quality 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.

Requirements

High School Diploma
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

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.
Inspections may involve compound angles or three-dimensional projections using inspection equipment such as microscopes, micrometers, telescope gauges, and optical comparators.