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Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

An organization within Northrop Grumman’s Payload and Ground Systems (PGS) division, Mission Enabling Products (MEP), the Propulsions Operating Unit is the leading supplier of pressure vessels and tank hardware to the aerospace industry. We are seeking a Quality Inspector 4 to support manufacturing operations in Commerce, CA.

Learn more about Propulsion systems at: https://www.northropgrumman.com/space/spacecraft-products

Overview

Reporting to the Quality Engineering Manager, the Quality Inspector 4 should have technical strengths in verification of requirements specified for operations, products, processes, and documents.  Must possess the ability to plan and organize work to effectively and successfully accomplish assigned tasks. Accurately interpret drawings and specifications. Be strategic in the identification of technical needs and solutions coupled with a strong program execution focus.  Possess excellent communication skills and effectively interface with technical and non-technical department members, suppliers, and customers. 

Role and Responsibilities:

Uses predetermined methods, operations, setups, and prescribed specifications to inspect visually in-process and completed products.

Perform required inspections (visual, dimensional, and functional, etc.) on spacecraft components. 

Uses various measuring devices, such as caliper, micrometer, comparator, pin gages, and Coordinate Measuring Machine.

This job has decision-making responsibilities with regards to the acceptance or rejection of work and tests performed.

Inspects and performs tests on mechanical, electrical, or structural components and assemblies related to spacecraft components and sub-assemblies. Inspections vary from close tolerance dimensional checks to general surveillance of the work in progress.

Accepts, rejects, or reworks defective or malfunctioning units or systems.

Work from drawings, diagrams, customer specifications, and inspection instructions.

Basic Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED and at least 8 years of direct experience in a quality assurance or inspection role

Experience utilizing various measuring devices, such as caliper, micrometer, comparator, gages, pin gages, and other inspection tools

Experience withing Aerospace manufacturing

Understanding of GD&T with the ability to read and comprehend detail control plans, work instructions, drawings, Bill of Materials, Specifications and related criteria

Able to read and interpret blueprint and engineering drawings and be able to document non-conformances as required

US Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong Computer skills

Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to interface across the organization to achieve effective results

Experience working in a team environment to solve problems and balance workloads.

Experience using Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM)

Experience using Faro arms (CMM arm)

Salary Range: $70,400.00 - $117,400.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.