Quality Inspector II

General Atomics; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 41,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems in Tupelo, MS, is seeking a Quality Inspector to join our team. This role reviews parts, assemblies, and tooling to ensure compliance with specifications and regulatory requirements, maintaining records and reports.

The ideal candidate will have an associate degree or related certification, knowledge of drawings, metrology, and QA standards, and the ability to work independently or in a team in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or trade training in quality inspections.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and perform calculations.
• Experience with ISO 9001 and QA processes desirable.
• Willingness to obtain DoD clearance and work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Inspect machined parts, welds, components and materials to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Prepare electronic and hard copy inspection reports and notify project engineers.
• Observe testing and provide oversight to verify compliance with requirements.
• Interact with regulatory agencies and customers during audits.
• Monitor quality in accordance with control procedures.
• Maintain confidential reports and adhere to safety practices.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Quality inspection

Reading drawings

Metrology basics

ISO 9001 awareness

Education

Associate's degree

Trade school certificate

Tools

Calibration tools

Gauges and fixtures

Job description

57469BR

Job Summary

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Quality Inspector to join our team in Tupelo!

Under general direction this position is responsible for inspecting parts, assemblies, tooling fixtures and material to ensure compliance with customer requirements, company specifications, and quality requirements. Sets up, operates, inspects, tests, and adjusts new and reworked tools, dies, gauges, jigs and fixtures for conformance to engineering drawings and specifications. Maintains, processes, and updates confidential and sensitive electronic and hard copy reports, records and statistics.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspects machined parts, welds, components, assemblies and materials to ensure compliance with appropriate regulatory guidelines (Military Standards, ASTM, ANSI, ASME, etc.).

• Provides various electronic and hard copy reports of inspections and notifies appropriate parties including project engineers.

• Observe testing and provide oversight, as necessary, to verify compliance with requirements.

• Interact with regulatory agencies and customers during audits and review of company inspection and calibration activities.

• Monitor and verify quality in accordance with control procedures.

• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.

• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

• Other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires an associate's degree, trade school certificate, military training or equivalent in quality inspections or certification by a professional group such as ASQ or AWS, and one or more years of progressive experience in electrical, mechanical, electromechanical or metrology inspection and calibration. May substitute additional experience in lieu of formal education and training.

• Must possess:

• ability to read and understand engineering drawings and specifications, and perform mathematical computations;

• good communication skills to effectively interface with all levels of employees including management;

• ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information;

• basic competence in use of computers;

• The ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours, as required.

• Experience with ISO 9001, DOE quality assurance program requirements, nuclear material and ASME Y14.5 are desirable.

• Nondestructive testing experience on various metallic and nonmetallic materials, parts, and assemblies using methods such as penetrant and hardness testing desirable.

• Weld shop and/or machine shop experience desirable.

• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD clearance is desired.

Job Category

Quality

Experience Level

Entry-Level (0-2 years)

Workstyle

Onsite

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time Hourly

Pay Range Low

40,900

Pay Range High

61,000

Travel Percentage Required

0% - 25%

Relocation Assistance Provided?

Yes

US Citizenship Required?

Yes

Clearance Required?

Desired

Clearance Level

Secret

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.