What You'll Get To Do:
- Perform first article inspections (FAI) per AS9102 and first piece inspections to review associated product build documentation.
- Confirm acceptable quality standards and workmanship practices in assigned work centers by learning & practicing process specifications and using workmanship standards.
- Inspect machined or partially machined parts, using predetermined methods and sequences to ensure compliance with customer and company specifications and quality requirements.
- Use predetermined methods, operations, setups and prescribed specifications to inspect visually in-process and completed products such as electronic units and subsystems, precision electromechanical assemblies or mechanical units, subassemblies, structural flaws, internal defects, and missing welds.
- Use various measuring devices (micrometers, dial indicators, microscopes, telescopic gauges, optical comparators, etc.).
- Accept, reject, or rework defective or malfunctioning units or systems.
- Work from blueprints, diagrams, preset micrometers, scales, fixtures, customer specifications, drawing or inspection instructions and checklists.
- May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
- Perform line clearances after each lot to ensure all materials from the previous lot have been removed.
- Use your understanding of GD&T and ability to read and comprehend detail control plans, work instructions, drawings, Bill of Materials, Specifications and related criteria.
Basic Qualifications for a Quality Inspector 4:
- High School Diploma/GED plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in mechanical inspection, assembly, machining, or hands‑on manufacturing; or an Associate’s Degree or higher in a relevant STEM major with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
- U.S. citizenship.
- Must be able to stand and sit for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to lift up to 45lbs.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 5+ years in developing inspection plans and/or supplemental FAI inspection instructions based on part engineering documentation.
- 3+ years experience utilizing CMS inspection equipment such as CMMs, articulating arms, laser trackers, and/or 3D structured light systems.
- 1+ years experience with programming CMS inspection programs from CAD models (e.g., Catia, NX, etc.).
- Expert understanding of ASME Y14.5 GD&T.
- Experience working in AS9100‑certified companies using customer‑owned process specifications or Military Standards to perform inspection or work activities.
- Experience working inspection activities in support of AS9102 or AS9145‑related processes.
- Certifications in Nondestructive Testing: Visual Weld Inspection and Liquid Dye Penetrant Testing.
What We Can Offer You:
- Health Plan
- Savings Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Education Assistance, Training and Development
- 9/80 Work Schedule (where available)
- Additional benefits as applicable
Primary Level Salary Range:
$62,700.00 – $104,500.00.
EEO Statement:
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make 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.