Quality Inspector 3 (Space/Satellite Systems)

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Gilbert
Posted on: August 4, 2022

Job Description:

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Inspects space vehicle components, parts, and sub-assemblies for conformance to government and/or company standards and specifications. Inspects the adjustments, repairs, or modifications made to components, sub-assemblies, support equipment and final products. Will monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.Basic Qualifications:

• High School diploma/equivalent
• Minimum of 6 years of related experience
• U.S. citizen
• Fluent in the use of Microsoft applications and ability learn new computer programs/applications easily
• Excellent technical writing skills are required
• Strong work ethic and a good attitude - it should be evident from the output of work that the best possible effort was given
• Personal initiative to become engaged in assigned work area without needing much direction from manager or team lead
• Must be able to read engineering documentation and inspect to drawings, part lists, inspection plans, and supplemental instructions
• Willingness to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift activities and occasional overtime or weekend support is required
• Previous experience working in ISO certified environment and using Process Specifications or Military Standards to inform inspection or work activities
• 2+ years of experience as a Quality Assurance inspector or equivalent role in either a system-level or integration & test environment Preferred Qualifications
  • 5+ years of experience in aerospace workmanship standards for aerospace vehicle electrical harnesses, including crimping and/or soldering (e.g. IPC-A-620, NASA 8739 series, etc...)
  • Knowledge of TipQA, Costpoint, MES, or other database applications
  • Knowledge on how to read & interpret schematics and wire lists
  • Active workmanship certifications from accreditation/standards companies (e.g. IPC)
  • Technical Associates (2 year) degree from accredited institution
  • Active Top Secret/SCI clearance or ability to obtain and maintain one Salary Range: $25 USD - $38 USD Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. The health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/ .Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

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