Quality Inspector - Level 1 or 2

he Mission Enabling Products 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.

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.

Basic Qualifications for Level 1:

High School Diploma and 0 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

Basic Qualifications for Level 2:

High School Diploma and 2 years of additional education/or related experience