Quality Inspector 3 / 4 (Space/Satellite Systems)

Inspects space vehicle components, parts, and sub-assemblies for conformance to government and/or company standards and specifications. Inspects the adjustments, repairs, or modifications made to components, sub-assemblies, support equipment and final products. Will monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.

This position can be filled as a level 3 or a level 4 depending on experience and qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School diploma/equivalent
• Minimum of 6 years (level 3) or 9 years (level 4) of related experience
• U.S. citizen
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance
• Fluent in the use of Microsoft applications and ability learn new computer programs/applications easily
• Excellent technical writing skills are required
• Must be able to read engineering documentation and inspect to drawings, part lists, inspection plans, and supplemental instructions
• Willingness to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift activities and occasional overtime or weekend support is required
• Previous experience working in ISO certified environment and using Process Specifications or Military Standards to inform inspection or work activities
• 2+ years of experience as a Quality Assurance inspector or equivalent role in either a system-level or integration & test environment

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in aerospace workmanship standards for aerospace vehicle electrical harnesses, including crimping and/or soldering (e.g. IPC-A-620, NASA 8739 series, etc...)
• Strong work ethic and a good attitude - it should be evident from the output of work that the best possible effort was given
• Personal initiative to become engaged in assigned work area without needing much direction from manager or team lead
• Knowledge of TipQA, Costpoint, MES, or other database applications
• Knowledge on how to read & interpret schematics and wire lists
• Active workmanship certifications from accreditation/standards companies (e.g. IPC)
• Technical Associates (2 year) degree from accredited institution
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance or ability to obtain and maintain one

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.