Dimensional Inspector

• →Select and utilize standard gauges to ensure quality; inspect feature tolerances by selecting the tool with the required accuracy
• →Program and setup Articulating Arm (ex. Romer) or CMM to achieve the desired inspection
• →Perform documentation review and verification of certifications, specifications, and conformance to design and specification requirements
• →Complete inspections of flight hardware as required
• →Inspect flight hardware at the supplier according to engineering drawings, purchase order(s), industry standards, and SpaceX specifications
• →Perform the inspection on mechanical parts, components, assemblies, and materials. May include but is not limited to purchased parts, in-process and final assemblies, and materials for workmanship and conformance to specifications/drawings
• →Ensure that all parts meet SpaceX specifications and standards; document any non-conformance material
• →Support the development of inspection plans for Suppliers Internal and External
• →Support supplier corrective action process, including verifying corrective action implementation
• →Travel up to 20% of the time to perform visual and dimensional inspections on manufactured parts, assemblies, and/or sub-assemblies at supplier sites

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of precision mechanical inspection experience

• Aerospace precision inspection experience
• Practical experience working within quality management systems (AS9100 and ISO 9001)
• CMM Programming with PC-DMIS software
• Romer Arm experience with Verisurf software
• Basic understanding of electronics inspection and propulsion valve operation
• Solid computer skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Statistical process control experience
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specification using ASME Y14.5. GD&T and skillful use of metrology tools and gauge

• Must be willing to all shifts, overtime, weekends as needed
• Able to lift a min. of 25 lbs. unassisted
• Able to stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces
• Willing to travel 20% of the time (up to 50%)

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

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