Flight Inspector Level 1 or Level 2

About the role

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. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking a Flight Inspector 1/2 to provide support to our Case team in Clearfield, UT. The successful candidate will work independently and/or with other team members to perform a wide range of quality inspection tasks on tightly toleranced piece parts, subassemblies, and final assemblies. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.

Responsibilities

• Work independently and/or with other team members to perform a wide range of quality inspection tasks.
• Perform Quality Process Assessments.
• Perform visual, in-process, and final dimensional inspections on tightly toleranced piece parts, subassemblies, and final assemblies in the Quality Control area.
• Perform tool inspections on various programs.
• Perform required inspections in accordance with procedures and planning documentation.
• Perform required inspections using Standard Measuring Instruments (SMI) and advanced inspection systems.
• Perform inspection and certification review at suppliers, inspect documentation, and issue Authorization to Ship (ATS).
• Routinely coordinate and interface inspections with Customer and/or Government Representatives.
• Be strategic in the identification of technical needs and solutions, coupled with a strong program execution focus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and 0 years additional education and/or related experience (Level 1) or 2 years additional education and/or related experience (Level 2).
• Knowledge of working with government contractors.
• No clearance required to start.
• Computer skills.
• SMI (Standard Measuring Instruments) experience.
• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications.
• Working knowledge and understanding of GD&T; familiarity with ANSI Y14.5 preferred.
• Excellent shop math skills and advanced trigonometry.
• Experience with ISO 9000/AS9100 Quality Management Systems.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement/PES techniques (required for Level 2; preferred/beneficial for Level 1).
• Must be familiar with standard Mechanical Inspection techniques and tools.
• Must have good computer skills; experience with MS Office, Costpoint, QMIS, and TCUA preferred.
• Must be able to operate advanced inspection equipment such as CMM, Laser Track