Launch Quality Assurance Specialist

2 weeks ago

Lompoc, California, United States SpaceX Full time
Launch Quality Inspector

Join SpaceX, a pioneering company that's pushing the boundaries of space exploration, as a Launch Quality Inspector. In this role, you'll play a critical part in ensuring the success of our missions by performing in-process inspections and verifying that all key performance and design characteristics are met or exceeded during test preparation and acceptance testing.

Responsibilities:
  • Perform inspections on structural and propulsion components and subassemblies, including mechanical, electrical, electro-mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
  • Inspect, verify, and support structures and propulsion development and acceptance testing, ensuring adherence to design, specification, and testing requirements.
  • Document production and test anomalies in accordance with prescribed procedures and processes.
  • Communicate and resolve quality-related issues, collaborating with site and other SpaceX locations.
  • Process non-conforming product and determine manufacturing compliance to NASA and customer specifications.
  • Routinely observe technical operations and offer guidance or serve as an additional technical resource.
Requirements:
  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
  • 2+ 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 airframe and powerplant (A&P) certificate.
    • 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 and general associated equipment.
    • Strong knowledge and experience in aerospace standards and practices.
    • Intermediate level skill with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) and Windows operating systems.
    Additional Requirements:
    • Ability to work one of the following shifts: Weekend 1st shift, Weekend 2nd shift, 1st shift, or 2nd shift.
    • Ability to pass Space Force/Air Force background check for Vandenberg and Cape Canaveral.
    • Ability to climb ladders and work in tight spaces.
    • Willingness to work overtime to meet critical deadlines as needed.
    Compensation and Benefits:

Competitive pay range: $34.00/hour (Launch Quality Inspector/Level 1), $40.75/hour (Launch Quality Inspector/Level 2), and $47.25/hour (Launch Quality Inspector/Level 3). Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks.

ITAR Requirements: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful, permanent resident, Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

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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