Flight Inspector 2

0909 SP - Orbital Space Systems; United States; On-site; USD 61,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Company paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Flight Inspector to perform receiving inspections on flight-critical hardware and ensure conformance to specifications.

The role requires strong attention to detail, documentation discipline, and collaboration across Procurement, Quality and Production teams. The position includes travel up to 10% and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience performing inspection for proper identity and dimensional conformance.
• Visual inspection for defects or damage (corrosion, cracks, dents, scratches, pits).
• Ability to make pass/fail acceptance decisions and maintain records.
• Familiarity with QMS documents (POs, drawings, instructions, checklists).
• Working knowledge of AS9100 or equivalent aerospace/defense QA systems.
• Familiarity with SQAR and Q-code in government contracts.

Responsibilities

• Perform receiving inspection on flight-critical hardware including EEE components, PWBs, RF cable assemblies, COTS items, GFE and CFE.
• Validate supplier documentation (Certificate of Conformance, test data, lot traceability) prior to material acceptance.
• Execute inspection per Quality Specification Instructions and program-specific requirements.
• Initiate and complete inspection records in TIPQA; verify QC Inspection Required routing in Costpoint.
• Initiate Nonconformance Reports and support MRB documentation for nonconforming material.
• Apply visual, dimensional and documentation-based inspection techniques; enforce holds on unverified docs.
• Support RCCA reviews when escapes or deficiencies are identified.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Supplier Quality, and Production to resolve supplier docs and system flags.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Inspection experience

Dimensional conformance

Visual inspection

Pass/fail decisions

QMS documentation

AS9100 knowledge

SQAR familiarity

TIPQA system

Deltek Costpoint

SAP inspection codes

MRB knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

TIPQA inspection management

Deltek Costpoint ERP

SAP inspection codes

Job description

Northrop Grumman – Flight Inspector – Level 2/3

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: 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 - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. 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 — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform receiving inspection on flight-critical hardware including EEE components, printed wiring boards (PWBs), RF cable assemblies, COTS items, Government-Furnished Equipment, and Contractor-Furnished Equipment
• Validate supplier documentation including Certificate of Conformance, test data, lot traceability, and applicable quality requirement) compliance prior to material acceptance
• Execute inspection per applicable Quality Specification Instructions, Work Instructions, and program-specific quality requirements
• Initiate and complete inspection records in TIPQA; verify QC Inspection Required routing in Costpoint prior to acceptance
• Initiate Nonconformance Reports and support Material Review Board (MRB) documentation for nonconforming material
• Apply visual, dimensional, and documentation-based inspection techniques; enforce hold conditions on material with unresolved documentation or configuration
• Support root cause and corrective action (RCCA) reviews when escapes or systemic intake deficiencies are identified
• Collaborate with Procurement, Supplier Quality, and Production teams to resolve supplier documentation deficiencies and upstream system flags
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications for Level 2

• High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience.
• Experience performing inspection for proper identity and dimensional conformance
• Experience with visual inspection for obvious defects or damage (corrosion, cracks, dents, scratches, pits)
• Ability to make pass/fail acceptance decisions on inspected goods and maintain inspection records
• Familiarity with QMS documentation including purchase orders, blueprints, drawings, inspection instructions, and checklists
• Working knowledge of AS9100 or equivalent aerospace/defense Quality Management System requirements
• Familiarity with SQAR requirements and Q-code application in a government contract environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with TIPQA inspection management system (GT Master, GT Process, NCR initiation, inspection closure)
• Proficiency with Deltek Costpoint ERP (purchase order lookup, QC Inspection Required flag verification, receiving routing)
• Experience with SAP inspection type codes or equivalent ERP receiving/inspection module
• IPC-A-610 Certified Inspection Specialist (CIS) or Certified IPC Trainer (CIT)
• IPC-A-600 familiarity for printed wiring board (PWB) acceptance inspection
• CCAP or AS6081 training in counterfeit component detection and avoidance
• Experience supporting MRB disposition activities in an AS9100 or DCMA-oversight environment
• Background in quality assurance, supplier quality, or incoming inspection in an aerospace or defense manufacturing environment

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business

Northrop Grumman Total Rewards Primary Level Salary Range: $61,100.00 - $101,800.00. 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. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.

Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO.

Citizenship & Clearance

U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

About Northrop Grumman

We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space – our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.

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