Aerospace Quality Inspector II

Northrop Grumman; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 44,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid holidays & PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems in Mesa, AZ is seeking an experienced Quality Control Technician 2 to join our multidisciplinary team. You will inspect materials and assemblies, verify dimensions using micrometers, gauges, and calipers, and ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.

Requirements include a high school diploma and at least 2 years in quality inspection, GD&T and print-reading proficiency, and basic MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of experience as a quality inspector or similar role.
• Experience interpreting purchase orders, contracts, specs, and drawings.
• Knowledge of GD&T and print reading is essential.
• Proficient with basic PC tools, including MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Inspect purchased materials, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies for conformance to standards.
• Verify part identification and dimensions using micrometers, gauges, calipers, and precision tools.
• Perform visual inspections for corrosion, cracks, dents, and other defects.
• Interpret requirements from contracts, drawings, and inspection checklists.
• Document inspection results according to quality procedures.
• Cross-train across quality functions to support the team.
• Perform and document First Article Inspections (FAI) including AS9102 when required.
• Interact with DCMA and customer representatives during inspections and audits.

Skills

GD&T

Print reading

MS Office

Strong communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometers

Gauges

Calipers

Bore gauges

Telescope gauges

Optical comparators

CMM

Job description

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems in Mesa, AZ is seeking an experienced Quality Control Technician 2 to join our multidisciplinary team. You will inspect materials and assemblies, verify dimensions using micrometers, gauges, and calipers, and ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.

Requirements include a high school diploma and at least 2 years in quality inspection, GD&T and print-reading proficiency, and basic MS Office skills.