Quality Receiving Inspector
About The Position
At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. We are building artificial gravity space stations, allowing long-term stays in space without the adverse effects of zero-gravity. Our initial crewed space habitat will be Haven-1, scheduled to be the world's first commercial space station when it launches into low earth orbit in May 2026. Our team is all-in, committed to executing our mission safely and on time. If you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity, come join us. Vast is looking for a Receiving Quality Inspector, reporting to the Supervisor of Receiving Inspection, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations This will be a full-time, non-exempt position located in our Long Beach location.
Requirements
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in equal or related field in receiving or dimensional inspection of aerospace components.
- Intermediate/ Expert GD&T comprehension per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard.
- Fluent in the use of precision hand tools, gages, optical comparator, and surface plate work.
- Ability to read, interpret, and work to blueprints, drawings, and process and design specifications.
- Experience doing First Article Inspections and Source Inspections.
Nice To Haves
- High School or equivalent diploma.
- Must be dedicated to the quality function and possess a drive to enhance the quality of both the product and processes.
- Must have computer skills including the use of MS Suite and an ability to be comfortable using ERP / MRP applications.
- Self-motivation and ability to prioritize projects to meet completion dates.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Ability to make independent judgments with limited information.
- Communication skills for relaying data (verbally and in-writing) between other employees, vendors, and customers.
- Comfortable working in a high-stress environment balancing several projects at any given time, and the flexibility to adjust for abrupt changes in strategic direction.
Responsibilities
- Performs dimensional and visual inspections using basic equipment and established procedures with minimum supervision of a higher inspector or supervisor.
- Review all supplied documentation for hardware acceptance per engineering requirements and document, track, and complete discrepancy reports.
- Perform review of first articles and conduct receiving inspections.
- Provide feedback to engineers and buyers with dimensional data.
- Assist with maintaining and tracking all inspection equipment calibrations.
- Generate and perform Verification activities on Non-Conforming Material Reports.
Benefits
- 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, flexible paid time off for exempt staff and up to 10 days of vacation for non-exempt staff, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, One Medical membership, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks. We also take pride in offering exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge, and lunch subsidized as part of Vast's ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
