Launch Quality Inspector

About the role

Our Quality Inspectors are responsible for being the last line of defense in assuring mission success. You will perform in-process inspections and verify that all key performance and design characteristics are met or exceeded during test preparation and acceptance testing. You will be working hands-on with the most cutting-edge rocket technology currently available and will be part of history.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections (in-process and final) on structural and propulsion components and subassemblies (mechanical, electrical, electro-mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic)
• Inspect, verify, and proactively support structures and propulsion development and acceptance testing; assure adherence to design, specification, and testing requirements
• Document production and test anomalies by prescribed procedures and processes as required
• Communicate and help resolve quality-related issues as they relate to the site and other SpaceX locations
• Process non-conforming product
• Routinely observe technical operations, and offer guidance and/or serve as an additional technical resource
• Determine manufacturing compliance to NASA, customer, and internal specifications to meet launch and mission requirements

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of inspection experience in an aerospace, military, or manufacturing environment
• Ability to work on one of the following shifts:
  • Monday - Friday 4:00pm - 2:30am
  • Friday - Monday 4:00pm - 2:30am
• Willing to work overtime as needed
• Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
• Ability to climb ladders and work in tight spaces
• 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

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Associate degree or higher in quality, engineering, or related field
• FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) airframe and power plant license
• Knowledge of quality assurance principles, methods, and processes
• Knowledge of avionics and electrical systems
• Knowledge of aerospace propulsion and principles
• Knowledge of aerospace structures
• Knowledge of GSE (ground support engineering/equipment) systems and general associated equipment
• Knowledge and experience in aerospace standards and its general practices
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficiency with Windows operating systems