Aerospace Flight Inspector (Level 1/2) – QA Specialist

Northrop Grumman; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

Life & disability insurance

Savings plan

Company paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman’s Mission Enabling Products in San Diego seeks an experienced Flight Inspector Level 1 or 2 to join the Quality Assurance team. You will inspect parts and materials for conformance, verify dimensions, and maintain precise records on government and commercial programs.

The role requires GD&T familiarity, aerospace standards knowledge, and strong communication skills for teamwork. Primary responsibilities include pass/fail decisions and use of precision inspection tools.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Level 1 requires 0 years of related experience.
• Level 2 requires 2 years of related experience; proficiency in GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
• Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality management systems; aerospace standards.
• Competent in Microsoft Word & Excel; good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Inspect purchased parts and materials for conformity to standards and processing requirements.
• Inspect for proper identity and dimensions using micrometers, gauges, calipers; verify via blueprints or inspection instructions.
• Visually inspect for defects such as corrosion, cracks, dents, scratches, pits.
• Make pass/fail decisions and maintain records of results.
• Inspect with equipment including micrometers, microscope, and optical comparators.

Skills

Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing

Blueprint reading

Quality Management Systems

Microsoft Word & Excel

Education

High School Diploma (Level 1)

High School Diploma + 2 years experience (Level 2)

Tools

CMM/FARO Arm

Job description

Northrop Grumman’s Mission Enabling Products in San Diego seeks an experienced Flight Inspector Level 1 or 2 to join the Quality Assurance team. You will inspect parts and materials for conformance, verify dimensions, and maintain precise records on government and commercial programs.

The role requires GD&T familiarity, aerospace standards knowledge, and strong communication skills for teamwork. Primary responsibilities include pass/fail decisions and use of precision inspection tools.