Flight Inspector II: Spacecraft Quality & Precision

0904 SP - Space Components; United States; On-site; USD 61,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Sector in Goleta, CA is seeking a Flight Inspector – Level 2 to perform high‑precision inspections on spacecraft components. The role is 100% onsite with a 9/80 schedule and Fridays off on alternating weeks.

You will inspect mechanical, electrical, or structural parts using calipers, micrometers, and CMM equipment, ensuring compliance with GD&T and drawing specifications. US citizenship is required, and travel is limited.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent plus 2 years of related experience
• Experience using calipers, micrometers, comparators, gages, and other inspection tools
• Knowledge of GD&T and the ability to read and interpret drawings and specs

Responsibilities

• Inspect visually and dimensionally in-process and completed products per specifications
• Perform inspections on spacecraft components including electrical and mechanical parts
• Use measurement devices to verify conformance and record results
• Reject, accept, or rework defective units based on inspection results
• Work from drawings, diagrams, and customer specifications and instructions

Skills

GDT knowledge

Visual inspection

Measuring devices

drawings/controls reading

Education

High School diploma + 2 years related education/experience

Tools

Caliper

Micrometer

Comparator

Gages

CMM

Job description

Northrop Grumman Space Sector in Goleta, CA is seeking a Flight Inspector – Level 2 to perform high‑precision inspections on spacecraft components. The role is 100% onsite with a 9/80 schedule and Fridays off on alternating weeks.

You will inspect mechanical, electrical, or structural parts using calipers, micrometers, and CMM equipment, ensuring compliance with GD&T and drawing specifications. US citizenship is required, and travel is limited.