Aircraft Inspector 2/3

About the role

At Northrop Grumman, employees work on revolutionary systems that impact lives worldwide. The Aeronautics Systems division has an opening for an Aircraft Inspector Level 2 or Level 3 to join the team in Clearfield, UT. The role provides Manufacturing and Mission Assurance support for process and part inspection, ensuring conformance to government and company standards. Relocation assistance may be available. A Secret clearance is required for start, and the position involves approximately 10% travel.

Responsibilities

• Conduct part and process inspections, using various gauges and measurement tools, to meet Customer requirements
• Understand relevant specifications, tolerances, and process requirements and apply them to parts and processes
• Record and document results of measurements for traceability and document control
• Read and understand technical documents to include drawings, work instructions, and technical instructions
• Identify and document discrepant parts and measurements for evaluation by engineering personnel in appropriate MRB format
• Basic understanding of the quality requirements listed in AS9100 and DCMA
• Communicate with multiple levels of Manufacturing and Mission Assurance employees to convey relevant information, requirements, and discrepancies
• Learn and understand the various software programs used in the facility
• Support Manufacturing and Engineering, as needed, to include RCCA, follow up tasks related to MRB, evaluation of repairs / rework, and internal audits
• General responsibilities include monitoring for unsafe practices, support inspection training, collecting / compiling documents for FAI’s, FOD related activities, and other tasks as assigned by management
• Maintain all NG expectations including timecard tracking, performance goals, and other requirements listed in the employee handbook

Requirements

Aircraft Inspector Level 2: High school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of additional education and/or direct experience in a quality assurance or inspection role; experience utilizing various measuring devices, such as caliper, micrometer, comparator, gages, pin gages, and other inspection tools; experience in Aerospace manufacturing, mechanical assemblies, and/or electronic assemblies; understanding of GD&T with the ability to read and comprehend detail control plans, work instructions, drawings, Bill of Materials, Specifications, and related criteria; must be able to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 25 pounds, and working overhead; must be able to work around composites, epoxies, and sealants for long periods of time; must pass visual exam; the ability to pass New Hire Physical/Respiratory Exam; must be willing to work any shift/schedule as determined by business needs; Active DoD Secret clearance and must have the ability to obtain and maintain PAR within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Aircraft Inspector Level 3: High school diploma or GED and at least 4 years of additional education and/or direct experience in a quality assurance or inspection role; experience utilizing various measuring devices, such as caliper, micrometer, comparator, gages, pin gages, and other inspection tools; experience in Aerospace manufacturing, mechanical assemblies, and/or electronic assemblies; understanding of GD&T with the ability to read and comprehend detail control plans, work instructions, drawings, Bill of Materials, Specifications, and related criteria; must be able to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 25 pounds, and working overhead; must be able to work around composites, epoxies, and sealants for long periods of time; must pass visual exam; the ability to pass New Hire Physical/Respiratory Exam; must be willing to work any shift/schedule as determined by business needs; Active DoD Secret clearance and must have the ability to obtain and maintain PAR within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Preferred Qualifications: Active PAR; strong computer skills; ability to read and comprehend detail control