Flight Inspector – Level 3 or 4

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 63,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Promontory, UT is seeking a Flight Inspector – Level 3 or 4 for 100% onsite work on receiving inspection tasks. You will perform a spectrum of quality inspections, certify data packages, and document defects in quality systems, ensuring compliance with procedures.

Requirements include a High School diploma with 4 years related experience, ability to obtain a Secret clearance, and familiarity with GD&T, ISO 9000/AS9100, and tools like Smart Scope, Optical Comparator, and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years related experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance.
• Familiar with standard Mechanical Inspection techniques and tools.
• Experience with ISO 9000/AS9100 Quality Management Systems.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement/PES techniques.
• Must have good computer skills - MS Office, Costpoint, QMIS, EPLM, Nautilus, ESI, SAP.
• Must be able to operate a Smart Scope, Optical Comparator and Keyence.
• Self Starter and ability to work through an issue to closure.
• SMI (Standard Measuring Instruments) experience
• Interpret drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge and understanding of GD&T.
• Must be able to operate a forklift.
• Must be able to work shift work, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required
• Able to acquire and maintain Employee Possessor (EP) status under the Safe Explosives Act (SEA).
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time, walk up and down stairs, climb up ladders, reach into tight spaces, and lift up to 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Successful candidates will work independently to perform a wide range of quality inspection tasks.
• Perform certification and data package reviews from various suppliers and vendors.
• Perform required inspections in accordance with procedures and planning documentation.
• Perform visual, in-process and final dimensional inspections on tightly tolerance piece parts, subassemblies and final assemblies in the Dimensional Inspection area and field locations when required.
• Performs required inspections using standard measurement instruments including hand tooling, Smart Scope, Optical Comparator, and Keyence.
• Documenting and quantifying defects and entering conditions into quality management systems.
• Adhere to safety and hygiene standards, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Quality inspection techniques

GD&T understanding

SMI (Standard Measuring Instruments)

Forklift operation

Data entry into QMS

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Smart Scope

Optical Comparator

Keyence

Job description

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. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking a Flight Inspector – Level 3 or 4 to join our Receiving Inspection team in Promontory, UT. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Successful candidates will work independently to perform a wide range of quality inspection tasks.
• Perform certification and data package reviews from various suppliers and vendors.
• Perform required inspections in accordance with procedures and planning documentation.
• Perform visual, in-process and final dimensional inspections on tightly tolerance piece parts, subassemblies and final assemblies in the Dimensional Inspection area and field locations when required.
• Performs required inspections using standard measurement instruments including hand tooling, Smart Scope, Optical Comparator, and Keyence.
• Documenting and quantifying defects and entering conditions into quality management systems.
• Adhere to safety and hygiene standards, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications for a Level 3:

• High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance
• Must be familiar with standard Mechanical Inspection techniques and tools.
• Experience with ISO 9000/AS9100 Quality Management Systems.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement/PES techniques.
• Must have good computer skills - MS Office, Costpoint, QMIS, EPLM, Nautilus, ESI, SAP.
• Must be able to operate a Smart Scope, Optical Comparator and Keyence.
• Self Starter and ability to work through an issue to closure.
• SMI (Standard Measuring Instruments) experience
• Interpret drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge and understanding of GD&T.
• Must be able to operate a forklift.
• Must be able to work shift work, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required
• Able to acquire and maintain Employee Possessor (EP) status under the Safe Explosives Act (SEA).
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time, walk up and down stairs, climb up ladders, reach into tight spaces, and lift up to 30 pounds.

Basic Qualifications for a Level 4:

• High School diploma or equivalent and 6 years additional education and/or related experience.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance
• Must be familiar with standard Mechanical Inspection techniques and tools.
• Experience with ISO 9000/AS9100 Quality Management Systems.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement/PES techniques.
• Must have good computer skills - MS Office, Costpoint, QMIS, EPLM, Nautilus, ESI, SAP.
• Must be able to operate a Smart Scope, Optical Comparator and Keyence.
• Self Starter and ability to work through an issue to closure.
• SMI (Standard Measuring Instruments) experience
• Interpret drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge and understanding of GD&T.
• Must be able to operate a forklift.
• Must be able to work shift work, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required
• Able to acquire and maintain Employee Possessor (EP) status under the Safe Explosives Act (SEA).
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time, walk up and down stairs, climb up ladders, reach into tight spaces, and lift up to 30 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical strengths in quality, inspection, processing, and operations.
• Experience with ISO 9000/AS9100 Quality Management Systems.
• Familiarity with Continuous Improvement/PES techniques.
• Excellent computer skills - MS Office, Excel, Outlook, ESI, Costpoint, EPLM, QMIS, Nautilus.
• Ability to run a Smart Scope, Optical Comparator, or similar machine.
• Self-Starter and competence to work through an issue to closure.
• Good communication/collaboration skills.
• Ability to create inspection programs in any software.
• Experience in training and developing junior team members’ skillsets.
• Possess excellent communication skills and effective interface with Mission Assurance department members, suppliers, customers, all other departments within the organization and both technical and non-technical personnel.

Northrop Grumman Total Rewards Primary Level Salary Range: $62,700.00 - $104,500.00

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.

Northrop Grumman Total Rewards Secondary Level Salary Range: $74,500.00 - $124,100.00

Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. 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.

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