CMM Inspector (Starship)

United States Digital Space LLC; Starbase (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States Digital Space LLC is seeking a CMM Inspector (STARSHIP) to perform precision inspections on flight hardware and components, using CMMs, Romer arms, and PC-DMIS to verify conformance to drawings. You will read ASME Y14.5 drawings, support supplier QA, and maintain documentation.

The role requires 3+ years of inspection experience, familiarity with AS9100/ISO 9001, and strong skills in Word, Excel, and Outlook. Must work Mon-Fri with overtime as needed; ITAR compliance applies.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of precision mechanical inspection experience.
• 3+ years of programming and running CMM or Faro Arm.
• Must read and interpret ASME Y14.5 GD&T drawings.
• Experience with AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect features and tolerances with appropriate gauges and tooling.
• Program and setup CMMs or Romer Arms to achieve required inspections.
• Review documentation and verify certifications against drawings.
• Inspect flight hardware at suppliers per engineering drawings and PO specs.
• Support inspection plans development and supplier corrective actions.

Skills

Inspection proficiency

GD&T reading

Documentation & QA

MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Self-motivated

Prioritization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMM

Faro Arm

PC-DMIS

Romer Arm

Verisurf

Job description

the company was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today the company is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.

CMM INSPECTOR (STARSHIP)RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Select and utilize standard gauges to ensure quality. Inspect feature tolerances by selecting the tool with the required accuracy

• Perform complex inspections on mechanical parts, components, assemblies and materials

• May include but is not limited to purchased parts, in-process and final assemblies, and materials for workmanship and conformance to specifications/drawings

• Program and setup Articulating Arm (ex. Romer), CMMs to achieve the desired inspections

• Perform documentation review and verification of certifications, specifications, and conformance to design and specification requirements

• Inspect flight hardware at the supplier according to engineering drawings, purchase order(s), industry standards, and the company specifications

• Ensure that all parts meet the company specifications and standards or that any non-conformance is documented at the supplier

• Support the development of inspection plans at suppliers

• Support supplier corrective action process, including verifying corrective action implementation

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate

• 3+ years of precision mechanical inspection experience

• 3+ years of programming and running CMM or Faro Arm experience

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Aerospace precision inspection experience

• Practical experience working within quality management systems (AS9100 and ISO 9001)

• CMM Programming with PC-DMIS software

• Romer Arm experience with Verisurf software

• Basic understanding of electronics inspection and propulsion valve operation

• Solid computer skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel

• Statistical process control experience

• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of managing priorities and tasks as delegated

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specification using ASME Y14.5. GD&T and skillful use of metrology tools and gauge

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to work Mon-Fri 10:00am – 10:00pm including overtime and weekends as needed

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

the company is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with the company is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.