Senior Supervisor, Quality Inspection

Rocket Lab USA • Middle River, MD

86d • $95,000 - $125,000

About The Position

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more - all with the goal of opening access to space. The rockets and satellites we build, and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations. Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Neutron is a medium lift launch vehicle capable of delivering the mega constellations of tomorrow, high assurance payloads, and human spaceflight. As a highly reusable launch platform, Neutron will deliver a highly cost-effective and reliable launch solution leveraging Rocket Lab's proven execution history with the Electron program. If you're interested in joining a high performing team, pushing the boundaries with a clean sheet development of re-usable liquid launch vehicle, this is your opportunity!

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in an engineering discipline (Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing or similar).
• 5+ years of experience in aerospace or complex manufacturing and quality environment - OR - 9+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Deep understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and reading blueprints.
• Experience with composites and mechanical assemblies including lamination, bonding, drilling, fastening, etc.
• Experience operating a laser scanner.

Nice To Haves

• Inspection experience with aerospace propulsion components & assemblies.
• Experience working with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
• Experience with Hexagon Laser Scanners using Hexagon Inspire software.
• NDT experience using ultrasonic testing.
• Understanding of theory of measurement, limitations of metrology systems, and ability to clearly communicate.
• High level of experience using hand measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, feeler gauges, pine gauges, thread gauges, surface roughness measurement, etc.
• Experience in using measurement instruments like comparators.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of working collaboratively within the organization and external suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex mechanical inspections for purchased parts and assemblies.
• Perform work in process quality inspections and final sign-off inspections to release product for flight.
• Follow and create detailed work instructions if needed for receiving inspection for components/assemblies.
• Highlight all concerns directly back to the engineering, quality and production team by thoroughly documenting issues and non-conformances in accordance with Rocket Lab systems and procedures.
• Follow up on calibration tracking and compliance to tool calibration system.
• Embody a Built in Quality philosophy, consistently detecting non-conformances and preventing escapes to downstream customers.
• Work with manufacturing and quality engineers and participate in root cause investigations and implementation of appropriate containment and corrective actions.
• Provide detailed feedback for production improvements to ensure high quality standards are maintained.
• Collaborate with engineering and management to improve work instructions and identify critical inspection points in the process.
• Assist in the identification of failure modes through participation in PFMEAs and contribute ideas to eliminate the potential for future failures.
• Drive reliable data collection to help with statistical understanding of our products.
• Create and maintain an efficient work schedule.
• Hire and supervise a team of quality inspectors and ensure all work is signed off appropriately.

Benefits

• Top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year.
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• Flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts.
• Paid parental leave.
• Disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Discounted employee stock purchase program.
• Free snacks/drinks onsite.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree