Aerospace Machining Quality Inspector

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a Precision Inspector (Machining) to perform surface plate work, inspect aerospace parts, and verify conformance to drawings and work orders.

You will work with production to reduce defects, document non-conformances, and develop CMM programs using PC-DMIS. The role requires 2+ years in quality inspection, knowledge of GD&T, and familiarity with ISO 9001/AS9100. This is a full-time on-site position with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of quality inspection experience required.
• Understanding of ISO 9001/AS9100 quality systems.
• Experience with blueprint reading and GD&T.
• Familiarity with PC-DMIS and DCC CMM.

Responsibilities

• Perform surface plate work and inspect aerospace parts.
• Verify conformance to drawings and work orders.
• Run complex inspections using standardized methods.
• Document non-conformances per procedures.
• Collaborate with production to reduce defects.
• Support continuous improvement and lean initiatives.
• Create and maintain CMM programs for measurements.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Shop math

ASME Y14.5

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

PC-DMIS

CMM programming

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a Precision Inspector (Machining) to perform surface plate work, inspect aerospace parts, and verify conformance to drawings and work orders.

You will work with production to reduce defects, document non-conformances, and develop CMM programs using PC-DMIS. The role requires 2+ years in quality inspection, knowledge of GD&T, and familiarity with ISO 9001/AS9100. This is a full-time on-site position with competitive pay and benefits.