Quality Inspector (Valves) - 2nd Shift

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 74,500,608 - 126,077,952; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation

10+ holidays per year

Job summary

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a Quality Inspector (Valves) for the 2nd shift to join the mission‑critical Quality Inspection team responsible for valve hardware for Dragon and Falcon programs. You will perform in‑process and end‑of‑line inspections from detailed drawings and CAD models, document anomalies, and support root cause analysis with engineering.

This role requires lifting up to 25 lbs, willingness to work overtime, and adherence to cleanroom PPE; competitive pay and comprehensive

Qualifications

• 2+ years of inspection experience in aerospace, military or manufacturing
• Experience with aerospace standards
• Experience using calibrated inspection tools
• Experience assembling and testing manufactured hardware
• Experience with QA principles, methods, and processes
• MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
• Windows operating systems
• AS9100 and ISO 9001 experience

Responsibilities

• Provide detailed in-process inspections on flight hardware using drawings, CAD models, and processes
• Document production and test anomalies in accordance with procedures
• Communicate and help resolve quality issues across sites
• Process non-conforming product and assist root cause analysis
• Observe operations and act as technical resource
• Evaluate compliance to NASA, customer and internal specs for launch
• Support quality management system policies and lean initiatives
• Perform related duties to ensure efficient and effective work environment

Skills

Aerospace inspection

Office software

Quality assurance concepts

Calibrated inspection tools

AS9100/ISO 9001 experience

Windows OS

Documentation & traceability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calibrated inspection tools

Measurement instruments

CAD models

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

QUALITY INSPECTOR (VALVES) - 2ND SHIFT

Our quality inspectors are responsible for being the last line of defense in assuring mission success. You will perform in-process and end‑of‑line inspections to verify that all key performance and design characteristics are met or exceeded during flight hardware manufacturing. You will be working hands‑on with the most cutting‑edge rocket technology currently available and will be part of history. This position will be supporting the Quality Inspection team at the SpaceX valve factory, which is responsible for the most critical components of our Dragon and Falcon programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide detailed in‑process inspections on flight hardware, using detailed drawing, CAD models, and established processes to verify conformance to design requirements
• Document production and test anomalies in accordance with prescribed procedures and processes
• Communicate and help resolve quality related issues as they relate to the site and other SpaceX locations
• Process non‑conforming product and assist engineering in root cause analysis and corrective action
• Routinely observe technical operations and offer guidance and/or serve as an additional technical resource
• Evaluate manufacturing compliance to NASA and customer, as well as internal, specifications to meet launch and mission requirements
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment
• Support quality management system policies and procedure documentation, assess compliance to company and industry standards, initiate and lead continual improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of inspection experience in an aerospace, military or manufacturing environment

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience with aerospace standards
• Experience using calibrated inspection tools
• Experience with assembling and testing manufactured hardware
• Experience with quality assurance principles, methods, and processes
• Intermediate level skill with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
• Intermediate level skill with Windows operating systems
• Practical experience working within quality management systems (AS9100 and ISO 9001)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to work 2nd shift schedule: Monday to Friday: 3:00 PM – 2:00 AM
• Must be willing to work overtime, and/or weekends as needed
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Must be willing to travel up to 10%
• Must be able to climb ladders, stoop, bend, crawl, and work in tight spaces
• Must be willing to work in a cleanroom environment, which requires PPE such as bunny suit, hair net, beard net, etc.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Quality Inspector/Level 1: $26.00 - $32.00/hour
• Quality Inspector/Level 2: $30.00 - $38.00/hour
• Quality Inspector/Level 3: $35.00 - $44.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job‑related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long‑term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long‑term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long‑term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.