Precision Dimensional Inspector

4 weeks ago


Brownsville, Texas, United States SpaceX Full time

At SpaceX, we are pushing the boundaries of space exploration and development. We are seeking a skilled Dimensional Inspector to join our team and contribute to our mission.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the quality and accuracy of our mechanical parts and components. This will involve inspecting feature tolerances, selecting the appropriate tools, and performing complex inspections on mechanical parts, components, assemblies, and materials.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in precision mechanical inspection, with experience in programming and running CMMs or Faro Arms. They will also be proficient in quality management systems, such as AS9100 and ISO 9001.

Responsibilities:

  • Select and utilize standard gauges to ensure quality.
  • Inspect feature tolerances by selecting the tool with the required accuracy.
  • Perform complex inspections on mechanical parts, components, assemblies, and materials.
  • Program and setup Articulating Arm (ex. Romer), CMMs to achieve the desired inspections.
  • Perform documentation review and verification of certifications, specifications, and conformance to design and specification requirements.
  • Inspect flight hardware at the supplier according to engineering drawings, purchase order(s), industry standards, and SpaceX specifications.
  • Ensure that all parts meet SpaceX specifications and standards or that any non-conformance is documented at the supplier.
  • Support the development of inspection plans at suppliers.
  • Support supplier corrective action process, including verifying corrective action implementation.
  • Travel up to 30% of the time to perform visual and dimensional inspections on manufactured parts, assemblies, and/or sub-assemblies at supplier sites.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
  • 3+ years of precision mechanical inspection experience.
  • 3+ years of programming and running CMM or Faro Arm experience.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

  • Aerospace precision inspection experience.
  • Practical experience working within quality management systems (AS9100 and ISO 9001).
  • CMM Programming with PC-DMIS software.
  • Romer Arm experience with Verisurf software.
  • Basic understanding of electronics inspection and propulsion valve operation.
  • Solid computer skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
  • Statistical process control experience.
  • Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of managing priorities and tasks as delegated.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specification using ASME Y14.5. GD&T and skillful use of metrology tools and gauge.

Additional Requirements:

  • Must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed.
  • Must be able to travel for business needs - up to 30%.

Compensation and Benefits:

At SpaceX, we offer a competitive compensation package, including a base salary, long-term incentives, and comprehensive benefits. The actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Our benefits package includes access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks.

As a SpaceX employee, you will also have the opportunity to accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

ITAR Requirements:

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.

Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.



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