Aircraft Inspector 1/2

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering firm where you can make a significant impact in the field of flight operations. This role offers the chance to develop your skills in material inspection and quality assurance, ensuring that products meet stringent standards. You will engage in hands-on inspection activities, learn essential techniques, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. The company values intellectual curiosity and offers a dynamic environment where your contributions will help shape the future of technology. If you are motivated, detail-oriented, and ready to take on new challenges, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; experience in inspection or manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret Clearance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct material inspections and document compliance.
• Learn inspection techniques and assist in First Article Inspections.

Skills

Technical Drawings

Inspection Procedures

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Quality Management Systems

Multitasking

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate's Degree in Physical Science or Manufacturing

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP

Solumina

Metrology Tools (Calipers, Micrometers)

Job description

Requisition ID: R10183258

• Category: Flight Operations

• Location: Melbourne, Florida, United States of America

• Clearance Type: Secret

• Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position

• Shift: Any (United States of America)

• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop basic understanding of material inspection from internal or external sources; involving physical inspection, documenting dimensional compliance and review of vendor certifications for compliance

• Develop inspection capabilities for internally manufactured parts and final assemblies throughout all stages of production and learn review of final test data

• Basic understanding of product inspection in accordance with drawings, work instructions, quality acceptance procedures, and maintain acceptance documentation/records

• Learn pass/fail decisions on inspected product

• Learn nonconforming part adjudication

• Learn inspection techniques/methods; e.g., visual inspection, conventional metrology (height gages, gage pins, thread gages, and dial indicators), calipers, micrometers, functional gages, etc.

• Basic understanding of assembly Instructions, engineering drawings and parts lists, inspection instructions, and checklists to verify specifications

• Learn document review to ensure it product meets “As Is / Should Be” requirements

• Assist in generation/performance/review of First Article Inspections (FAI) and FAI Reports in accordance with AS9102

• Validate and verify calibration of tooling, gauging, and other equipment meets requirement and currency standards

• Support nonconformance containment through corrective action report (CAR) issuance, root cause investigations, audits and other continuous improvement activities

• Understand and enforce Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)/Foreign Object Damage (FOD)/Tool Control practices though audits and other quality control process

• Experience in the use of Microsoft Office Suite of applications

Competencies for Success:

• Ability to work independently

• Ability to multitask and prioritize

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast paced, diverse environment

• Initiative, self-starter, adaptable, and high motivation for excellence

• High energy, results oriented, self-motivated / self-reliant, team player

• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to interface within the organization at all levels

• Positive individual who is willing to expand current skill set through schooling and training

Basic Qualifications:

Aircraft Inspector 1

• High school diploma/GED

• Ability to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret Clearance and Special Program Access

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Clearance when business dictates

• Experienced in use of technical drawings and following manufacturing work instructions and inspection procedures

• Experienced in the use of Microsoft Office Suite of applications

• Experience in use of manufacturing information systems: e.g. SAP and Solumina

• Ability to stand for extended hours during inspection and lift 50lbs

• Familiarity with soldering and soldering workmanship acceptance standards.

• Familiarity with fabrication processes and standards

• Must have a good understanding of quality management systems in a manufacturing environment

• Must be capable of coordinating nonconformance incidents and handling procedures

• Must have effective verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to work overtime and travel on little to short notice

• General familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) requirements

Aircraft Inspector 2:

• High school diploma/GED and a minimum of (2) years of related work experience (wire harness build, Manufacturing, Fabrication, Subcomponent assembly/testing or Aircraft Inspection)

• Ability to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret Clearance and Special Program Access

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Clearance when business dictates

• Experienced in use of technical drawings and following manufacturing work instructions and inspection procedures

• Experienced in the use of Microsoft Office Suite of applications

• Experience in use of manufacturing information systems: e.g. SAP and Solumina

• Ability to stand for extended hours during inspection and lift 50lbs

• Familiarity with soldering and soldering workmanship acceptance standards.

• Familiarity with fabrication processes and standards

• Must have a good understanding of quality management systems in a manufacturing environment

• Must be capable of coordinating nonconformance incidents and handling procedures

• Must have effective verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to work 1st shift, 2nd shift, overtime and travel on little to short notice

• General familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

• General understanding of AS9102

• Proficient in MS Office Suite

• DoD Secret Clearance/Top Secret Clearance

• Certified in J-STD-001, IPC-A-610, and IPC/WHMA-A-620

• Previous inspection experience in aviation, electronics, or ordinance

• Associate's degree in a Physical Science or Manufacturing related area

• Experienced with practices associated with ISO9001 and AS9100 Quality Management Systems

• Basic working knowledge and experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

• Proficient in defect reporting using SAP and/or Solumina

• Knowledgeable in ESD/FOD/Tool Control practices

Salary Range: $43,100 - $71,900

Salary Range 2: $51,200 - $85,400

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

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.