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Quality Inspector (Falcon & Dragon)

SpaceX

Hawthorne, CAJob$26–44/hrPosted 2mo ago

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Compensation
$26–44/hr
Location
Hawthorne, CA
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Job overview

SpaceX is hiring a Quality Inspector (Falcon & Dragon). SpaceX is seeking a Quality Inspector to perform detailed in-process inspections on Falcon components, ensuring conformance to manufacturing and design requirements using drawings, CAD models, and established processes. This role involves documenting production non-conformances, supporting quality management system policies, and assessing compliance to company and industry standards. The inspector will also lead continual improvement initiatives and support the Material Review Board process.

Key focus areas include Provide detailed in-process inspections on different components within Falcon, Use detailed drawings, CAD models, and established processes to verify conformance to manufacturing and design requirements, and Ensure company policies and procedures are complied with for the receiving and storage of composite raw materials.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma, 2+ Years Inspection Experience, and Shift Work Availability. Important skills include Detailed In-Process Inspections, Document Production Non-Conformances, Quality Management System Policies And Procedure Documentation, Assess Compliance To Company And Industry Standards, Initiate And Lead Continual Improvement, and Lean Manufacturing Initiatives. Preferred (not required): Composite Lay-Up Laser Alignment, Composite Ply Cutting Systems, Read And Interpret Cure Reports, and Vendor Supplied Conformance Certifications.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Detailed in-Process InspectionsDocument Production Non-ConformancesQuality Management System Policies and Procedure DocumentationAssess Compliance to Company and Industry StandardsInitiate and Lead Continual ImprovementLean Manufacturing InitiativesMaterial Review Board ProcessDocumenting and Managing Non-ConformancesComposite Lay-Up Laser AlignmentComposite Ply Cutting SystemsRead and Interpret Cure ReportsVendor Supplied Conformance CertificationsGD&TMetrology Tools and GaugesIntegrationManufacturing Enterprise Resource SystemsElectronic DatabasesPaperless Work InstructionsMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunicationSelf-MotivatedProactiveManaging Priorities and TasksSafety ProgramsOSHA Regulations and Requirements

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate2+ Years Inspection Experience in Aerospace, Military, or ManufacturingAble to Work All Shift Hours, Overtime, and Weekend HoursAble to Lift Up to 25 Lbs. UnassistedAble to Stand for Extended Periods - 8 Hours MinimumAble to Stoop, Bend, Crawl, and Maneuver in Tight SpacesU.S. Citizen or National, U.S. Lawful, Permanent Resident, Refugee, or AsyleeAssociate Degree in Technical or Engineering Field5+ Years Quality, Inspection, or Manufacturing Role ExperienceA&P License

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off

Full job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

QUALITY INSPECTOR (FALCON & DRAGON)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide detailed in-process inspections on different components within Falcon; use detailed drawings, CAD models, and established processes to verify conformance to manufacturing and design requirements

  • Ensure company policies and procedures are complied with for the receiving and storage of composite raw materials

  • Document production non-conformances in accordance with prescribed procedures and processes as required

  • Support quality management system (QMS) policies and procedure documentation, and assess compliance to company and industry standards; initiate and lead continual improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives

  • Support the Material Review Board (MRB) process by documenting and managing non-conformances

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate

  • 2+ years of inspection experience in an aerospace, military, or manufacturing environment

PREFERRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Associate degree in a technical or engineering field

  • 5+ years of experience in a quality, inspection, or manufacturing role

  • A&P license

  • Strong understanding of composite lay-up laser alignment and composite ply cutting systems

  • Ability to read and interpret cure reports vendor supplied conformance certifications

  • Practical experience with GD&T and skillful use of metrology tools and gauges

  • Experience with integration

  • Experience working with manufacturing enterprise resource systems, electronic databases, and paperless work instructions

  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

  • Strong communication skills; able to effectively communicate with engineering and production groups

  • Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of managing priorities and tasks as delegated

  • Strong understanding of safety programs and OSHA regulations and requirements

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Able to work all shift hours, overtime, and weekend hours as needed

  • Shift times:

  • 1st shift (4:00AM – 2:30PM)

  • 2nd shift: (3:00PM – 1:30AM)

  • Weekend 1st shift: Thursday - Sunday (4:00AM - 4:30PM)

  • Weekend 2nd shift: Thursday - Sunday (4:00PM - 4:30AM)

  • Able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted

  • Able to stand for extended periods - 8 hours minimum

  • Able to stoop, bend, crawl, and able to maneuver in tight spaces

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:

Level 1: $26.00 - $32.00/hour

Level 2: $30.00 - $38.00/hour

Level 3: $35.00 - $44.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [email protected].

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