Technical Quality Assurance Inspector II

About The Role

The Technical Quality Assurance Inspector II is responsible for performing detailed inspections of manufacturing goods during the manufacturing process. This role involves conducting visual, dimensional and electrical inspections of individual items, sub-assemblies or final system assemblies. The inspector will interpret prints, manufacturing drawings, diagrams, wire cards, and lists to approve or reject in-process or final assemblies, ensuring compliance with industry standards and certifications.

A significant portion of the work may be performed under supervision or review of inspection results. In this role, you will perform detailed inspections of manufacturing goods during the manufacturing process, conducting dimensional and visual inspections of individual items, sub-assemblies, or final system assemblies. You will interpret prints, manufacturing drawings, diagrams, wire cards, and lists to approve or reject in-process or final assemblies while ensuring compliance with quality standards, specifications, and industry certifications. Additionally, you will document inspection results, maintain accurate records, and communicate inspection findings to relevant stakeholders. You will utilize Microsoft Office suite tools for documentation and reporting and begin to develop an understanding of industry standards and certifications, including NASA and IPC.

About You

Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission. We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below.

• Typically, 1+ years of relevant experience.
• Developing the understanding to interpret technical schematics and documents.
• Basic understanding of electrical wiring concepts and specifications.
• Basic use and knowledge of Microsoft Office suite tools, particularly PowerPoint and Excel.
• Ability to understand and interpret geometric dimensioning and tolerance.
• Experience following and providing input to work instructions and SOPs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Typically, 1+ years of relevant experience.
• Developing the understanding to interpret technical schematics and documents.
• Basic understanding of electrical wiring concepts and specifications.
• Basic use and knowledge of Microsoft Office suite tools, particularly PowerPoint and Excel.
• Ability to understand and interpret geometric dimensioning and tolerance.
• Experience following and providing input to work instructions and SOPs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree in a related technical field.
• Advanced certifications in quality assurance or inspection (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Inspector).
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification.
• Proficiency with use of basic inspection hand tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and quality data analysis.
• Familiarity with non-destructive testing (NDT) methods.
• Experience with quality management software and databases (NC, CAPA, Calibration).
• Knowledge of electrical testing equipment and techniques.
• Experience in a regulated industry, such as aerospace or defense.

Compensation

Pay Range: $23.61 - $32.48

Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

Elevate Your Career At Sierra Space

We are committed to your personal and professional development. We empower you to make profound and meaningful contributions and foster a vibrant culture of collaboration, where teamwork ignites breakthrough innovations. We also offer a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and more.

Sierra Space

We deliver mission-proven technologies to our customers that safeguard our nation, protect space-based assets and enable space exploration.

Application Deadline

This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified. Please note: Sierra Space does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to Sierra Space team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of Sierra Space, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

Sierra Space Corporation

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.