SpaceX
Aerospace
LaunchQualityInspector-Level4/5
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“Launch Quality Inspector - Level 4/5 at SpaceX. Skills: Quality inspection, Aerospace, Propulsion systems, Structural components. Perform in-process inspections. Perform final inspections”
What You'll Achieve.
Assure mission success
Industry & Context.
Resolve quality issues
Pass Air Force background check, Work shifts, Work overtime, Work weekends, Climb ladders, Work in tight spaces, U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, Refugee, Asylee
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High school diploma or equivalency certificate, 8+ years inspection experience
Nice to Have
Associate degree or higher in quality, engineering, or related field, FAA 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 systems, General associated equipment knowledge and experience in aerospace standards and its general practices, Intermediate level skill with Microsoft Office, Intermediate level skill with Windows operating systems
What You'll Do.
Perform in-process inspections
Perform final inspections
Inspect structural components
Inspect propulsion components
Inspect subassemblies
Verify design characteristics
Verify performance characteristics
Support structures development
Support propulsion development
Assure adherence to design
Assure adherence to specification
Assure adherence to testing requirements
Document production anomalies
Document test anomalies
Process non-conforming product
Observe technical operations
Serve as technical resource
Determine manufacturing compliance
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Other SpaceX locations
Full Job Description
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. LAUNCH QUALITY INSPECTOR - LEVEL 4/5 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 in accordance with prescribed procedures and process 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 and customer, as well as internal, specifications to meet launch and mission requirements BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalency certificate 8+ years of inspection experience in an aerospace, military or manufacturing environment 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
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