CMM Source Inspector

Starlink; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) plan

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Source Inspector to travel up to 75% to supplier sites for visual and dimensional inspections of manufactured parts and assemblies. You will verify tolerances using CMMs, Romer arms, and standard gauges, while reviewing certifications to ensure conformance to drawings and SpaceX specifications.

The role requires 3+ years in precision inspection, CMM programming (PC-DMIS), and experience with AS9100/ISO 9001.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of precision mechanical inspection experience.
• Experience with CMM programming and Romer Arm.

Responsibilities

• Travel up to 75% to supplier sites to perform inspections.
• Use standard gauges to verify quality and tolerances.
• Inspect tolerances using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Review documentation and certifications for conformance.
• Inspect flight hardware per drawings, POs, and SpaceX specs.
• Ensure parts meet SpaceX standards or document non-conformances.
• Support inspection plans at suppliers.
• Assist supplier corrective action processes.
• Collaborate with teams and lead process improvements.
• Program and set up Romer Arm and CMMs for inspections.
• Provide QA support to internal/external stakeholders.

Skills

CMM programming

Faro Arm experience

Verisurf software

AS9100 / ISO 9001 knowledge

GD&T (ASME Y14.5)

Metrology tools

MS Word / Excel

Statistical process control

Reading drawings

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PC-DMIS

Romer Arm

Verisurf

Job description

CMM SOURCE INSPECTOR

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Travel up to 75% of the time to Chicago, to perform visual and dimensional inspections on manufactured parts, assemblies, and/or sub-assemblies at supplier sites
• Select and utilize standard gauges to ensure quality
• Inspect feature tolerances by selecting the tool with the required accuracy
• Perform complex inspections on purchased mechanical parts, components, assemblies and materials
• 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 SpaceX specifications
• Ensure that all parts meet SpaceX 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
• Provide support to both internal and external stakeholders on SpaceX requirements and inspection processes
• Collaborate with teams, lead projects, and drive continuous improvement of processes both internally and at our suppliers
• Program and set up Articulating Arm (ex. Romer), CMMs to achieve the desired inspections

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of precision mechanical inspection experience
• 3+ years of CMM programming, CMM operations, 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
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specification using ASME Y14.5. GD&T and skillful use of metrology tools and gauge
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of managing priorities and tasks as delegated

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift 25 lbs. unassisted
• Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
• Must be able to travel - up to 75% work week travel may be required
• Position may involve overtime, long hours and weekend work as needed with occasional overnight work may be required when traveling to suppliers
• Frequent travel to suppliers around Chicago area required; valid driver’s license mandatory

  COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

  Pay range:
  Source Inspector/Level 1: $30.00 - $38.00/hour
  Source Inspector/Level 2: $34.00 - $43.00/hour
  Source Inspector/Level 3: $38.00 - $48.00/hour

  Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

  Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

  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.

  SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX 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.

  Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Aff… or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail].