Inspector 1 (Space/Satellite Systems)

Northrop Grumman; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman's Space Sector is seeking an Inspector – Level 1 to join our team in Dulles, VA. This entry-level role supports quality assurance by inspecting spacecraft components, subassemblies, and final products to ensure they meet company and government standards.

The position is 100% onsite with a 9/80 schedule and every other Friday off. The Inspector 1 works to identify discrepancies, learn and grow within the aerospace industry, and requires a high school diploma with no clearance to

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and 0 years of related experience.
• No clearance required to start.
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications and ability to learn new software.
• Basic technical writing skills.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Ability to read engineering documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed inspections on Electrical and Mechanical components at the component level.
• Confirm acceptable quality standards and workmanship practices are being utilized in assigned work centers
• Identify discrepant conditions and generate nonconformance reports for discrepancies discovered during inspection processes.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Microsoft Office

Technical writing

Strong work ethic

Personal initiative

Read engineering docs

Education

High School diploma

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: None
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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.

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking a Inspector – Level 1 to join our team in Dulles, VA. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.

The Inspector 1 supports quality assurance by inspecting spacecraft components, subassemblies, and final products to ensure they meet company and government standards. This entry-level role is ideal for someone with a strong work ethic, attention to detail, computer skills, and a willingness to learn and grow within the aerospace industry.

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.

In This Job, You Will

• Perform detailed inspections on both Electrical and Mechanical components at the component level.
• Confirm acceptable quality standards and workmanship practices are being utilized in assigned work centers
• Identify discrepant conditions and generate nonconformance reports for discrepancies discovered during inspection processes.
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and 0 years additional education and/or related experience.
• No clearance required to start
• Able to use Microsoft applications and ability to learn new computer programs/applications easily.
• Basic technical writing skills are required
• Strong work ethic and good attitude
• Personal initiative to become engaged in assigned work area without needing to be constantly coached or led to next assignment.
• Must be able to learn how to read engineering documentation

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.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $51,400.00 - $85,600.00

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.