Quality Inspector - 2nd Shift

Leonardo DRS; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Health savings account

Telemedicine

Life and disability insurance

401(k) savings plan

9/80 schedule

Paid parental leave

Community service hours

Job summary

DRS RADA Technologies, a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, seeks a detail-oriented Quality Inspector for the 2nd shift in Germantown, MD. You will perform inspections to ensure conformance with engineering drawings and specifications in a fast-paced aerospace/defense manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include inspecting components, assisting with inspection plans, data collection, and root-cause analysis.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Deep knowledge of J-Std-001/IPC-A-610 or equivalent manufacturing standards.
• Ability to read and verify mechanical drawings against requirements.
• Experience using measurement devices to verify part conformance.
• Experience with CMM or optical comparators preferred.
• Ability to interpret data and present findings to engineers.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections to assess conformance to design drawings/models.
• Inspect components and assemblies for dimensional accuracy and tolerances.
• Support development of inspection plans and checklists.
• Assist engineers with non-conforming conditions and root cause analysis.
• Generate discrepancy notices and participate in MRB actions.
• Handle material movement after inspection completes.

Skills

Data interpretation

Reading drawings

Geometric tolerancing

Measurement accuracy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMM

Optical comparator

Go/no-go gauges

Calipers

Job description

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Quality Inspector - 2nd Shift

Location:

Germantown, MD, US, 20876

Job ID: 115587

DRS RADA Technologies, a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is focused on proprietary radar solutions and legacy avionics systems supporting the defense industry globally. The company is a global pioneer of AESA tactical radars for active military protection, counter-drone applications, critical infrastructure protection, and border surveillance.

Business Unit: DRS RADA Technologies
Location: Germantown, MD
Schedule: 9/80
Shift: 2nd Shift

Job Summary

DRS RADA Technologies is looking for a detail-oriented Quality Inspector to support our fast-paced manufacturing operations in Germantown, Maryland. The successful candidate will have experience in a manufacturing setting, with a background in aerospace, defense, or the DoD industry preferred.

What You'll Do:

• Perform inspection activities, to assess conformance of products to the design as defined by the engineering drawings and/or models
• Inspect products, components, subassemblies, and/or systems to ensure conformance to requirements
• Create organizational value by implementing innovative solutions and best practices involved in all processes of the product realization value stream
• Assist Quality Engineers with identifying non-conforming conditions of products that present existing or impending defective conditions at the system or subsystem level of assembly
• Assist Quality Engineers prepare inspection plans and checklists for inspection
• Assist Quality Engineers with data collection and root cause analysis investigations
• Generate discrepancy notices and initiate Material Review Board actions
• Perform material movement transactions after completing inspection process
• May specialize in receiving inspection, in-process inspection, process verification/auditing, final inspection, etc
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

What You Bring:

• High school diploma or GED
• In-depth knowledge of relevant manufacturing standards (such as J-Std-001/IPC-A-610) or common mechanical techniques (such as geometric dimensioning and tolerance practices)
• Ability to use various measurement devices (calipers, pin gauges, go/no-go gauges, etc) to verify mechanical part compliance
• Experience reading mechanical drawings and able to verify parts dimensions against drawing requirements
• Experience using a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM), Optical comparator or other complex inspection systems is desired
• Ability to effectively interpret data and present as information and respond to questions from engineers and other technical staff
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career‑growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

- Integrity
- Agility
- Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Community & Respect
- Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.