Flight Inspector Level 1 or 2

Northrop Grumman; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 44,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Chandler, AZ seeks Flight Inspectors (Level 1 or 2) to join the Receiving Inspection Team. You will verify incoming flight hardware, including EEE components and PWBs, against specifications and documentation, ensuring proper conformance before production.

Responsibilities include verifying supplier documentation, maintaining inspection records, and supporting MRB processes. A strong quality mindset and knowledge of AS9100/SQAR are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent (Level 1) and 0 years of related experience.
• High School diploma or equivalent (Level 2) and 2 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of inspection for identity and dimensional conformance.
• Visual inspection for defects (corrosion, cracks, dents, scratches, pits).
• Ability to make pass/fail decisions and maintain records.
• Familiarity with QMS documents, blueprints, and inspection instructions.
• Knowledge of AS9100 or equivalent aerospace/defense QMS requirements.
• Familiarity with SQAR requirements and Q-code applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform receiving inspection on flight-critical hardware and components.
• Validate supplier documentation and conformance data prior to material acceptance.
• Execute inspections per Quality Instructions and program requirements.
• Create and update inspection records in TIPQA and Costpoint routing.
• Open Nonconformance Reports and support MRB documentation.
• Apply visual and dimensional inspection techniques; enforce holds on nonconforming material.
• Assist RCCA reviews for escapes or intake deficiencies.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Supplier Quality, and Production to resolve issues.

Skills

Inspection

Dimensional conformance

Visual inspection

QMS documentation

AS9100 knowledge

SQAR requirements

Problem solving

Collaboration

Education

High School diploma

Tools

TIPQA

Deltek Costpoint

SAP

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: No

Description

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.

Flight Inspector Level 1 or 2

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking a Flight Inspector – Level 1 or Level 2 to join our team in Chandler AZ. Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Flight Inspector Level 1 or 2 to join our Receiving Inspection Team in Chandler, AZ. This position sits at the front-line of our flight hardware quality gate, ensuring that all incoming material — from EEE components to complex assemblies — meets contractual, configuration, and documentation requirements before acceptance into production. If you bring disciplined inspection execution, a systems mindset, and direct experience with AS9100 or SQAR environments, we want to hear from you.

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

This position can be filled at either a Level 1 or Level 2.

Basic Qualifications For Level 1

• High School diploma or equivalent and 0 years additional education and/or related experience.
• No clearance required to start
• Knowledge of performing inspection for proper identity and dimensional conformance
• Knowledge 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
• Knowledge of AS9100 or equivalent aerospace/defense Quality Management System requirements
• Familiarity with SQAR requirements and Q-code application in a government contract environment

Basic Qualifications For Level 2

• High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience.
• No clearance required to start
• 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

• TIPQA inspection management system (GT Master, GT Process, NCR initiation, inspection closure)
• 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

Primary Level Salary Range: $44,400.00 - $74,000.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $52,700.00 - $87,900.00

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. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

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.

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