Description

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for an Aircraft Inspector 2 / 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our organization. This role is located in Melbourne, FL.

Responsibility

• Conduct part and process inspections, using various gages and measurement tools, to meet Customer requirements
• Understand relevant specifications, tolerances, and process requirements and apply them to parts and processes
• Record and document results of measurements for traceability and document control
• Read and understand technical documents to include drawings, work instructions, and technical instructions
• Identify and document discrepant parts and measurements for evaluation by engineering personnel in appropriate MRB format
• Basic understanding of the quality requirements listed in AS9100 and DCMA
• Communicate with multiple levels of Manufacturing and Mission Assurance employees to convey relevant information, requirements, and discrepancies
• Learn and understand the various software programs used in the facility
• Support Manufacturing and Engineering, as needed, to include RCCA, follow up tasks related to MRB, evaluation of repairs / rework, and internal audits
• General responsibilities include monitoring for unsafe practices, support inspection training, collecting / compiling documents for FAI’s, FOD related activities, and other tasks as assigned by management
• Must maintain all NG expectations including timecard tracking, performance goals, and other requirements listed in the employee handbook

This position may be filled at either a level 2 or level 3

Basic Qualifications for a level 2:

• High school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of additional education and/or 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 in Aerospace manufacturing, mechanical assemblies, and/or electrical assemblies (Cable Harnesses)
• Understanding of GD&T with the ability to read and comprehend detail control plans, work instructions, drawings, Bill of Materials, Specifications, and related criteria
• Must be able to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 25 pounds, and working overhead.
• Must be able to work around composites, epoxies, and sealants for long periods of time.
• The ability to pass New Hire Physical/visual Exam
• Active Government Secret clearance as well as Program Special access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs. US citizenship required for clearance

Basic Qualification for a level 3:

• High school diploma or GED and at least 4 years of additional education and/or 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 in Aerospace manufacturing, mechanical assemblies, and/or electrical assemblies (Cable Harnesses)
• Understanding of GD&T with the ability to read and comprehend detail control plans, work instructions, drawings, Bill of Materials, Specifications, and related criteria
• Must be able to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 25 pounds, and working overhead.
• Must be able to work around composites, epoxies, and sealants for long periods of time.
• The ability to pass New Hire Physical/visual Exam
• Active Government Secret clearance as well as Program Special access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs. US citizenship required for clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong Computer skills
• Ability to read and comprehend detail control plans, work instructions, drawings, Bill of Materials, Specifications, and related criteria
• Good 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)conformance to government and/or company standards and specifications.  Inspects the adjustments, repairs, or modifications made to aircraft and spacecraft components, sub-assemblies and final product.  Performs tests to verify compliance with quality procedures and specifications i.e. auditing ISO 9001/AS 9100.