Quality Inspector Level 2

About the role

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking a Quality Inspector‑2ND SHIFT – Level 2 to join the Mission Enabling Products (MEP) organization in San Diego, CA. The position is 100% onsite, works 2nd shift (1:00 pm – 10:30 pm) on a 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off), and involves approximately 10% travel. You will support small, medium and large government and commercial aerospace programs by performing mechanical inspections.

Responsibilities

• Inspect purchased parts and materials for conformity to standards, specifications, and processing requirements.
• Verify proper identity and dimensions using micrometers, gauges, calipers, and other precision hand tools.
• Perform visual inspections for obvious defects or damage such as corrosion, cracks, dents, scratches, and pits.
• Check specifications against purchase orders, blueprints, drawings, inspection instructions, and checklists.
• Make pass/fail decisions on inspected goods and maintain records of results.
• Conduct inspections involving compound angles or three‑dimensional projections using microscopes, micrometers, telescope gauges, optical comparators, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent plus 2 years of additional education and/or related experience.
• No clearance required to start.
• Proficiency with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing per ASME Y14.5.
• Experience inspecting tight‑tolerance machined components with complex geometry.
• Experience with dimensional inspection using precision hand tools and surface‑plate setup.
• Proficient blueprint reading skills.
• Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
• Familiarity with aerospace standards (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001).
• Competent in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with CMM or FARO Arm.
• Composite material inspection experience.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company‑paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

Pay

Salary range: $42,200.00 – $78,600.00. Eligible for overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonus; annual bonuses reward individual contributions and company results.

Schedule

2nd shift (1:00 pm – 10:30 pm) on a 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off). Approximately 10% travel required.