Receiving Inspector

Karman Space & Defense; Mukilteo (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

HSA with company contribution

FSA

Company-paid life and AD&D insurance

Disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Karman Space & Defense in Mukilteo, WA is seeking a Receiving Inspector to verify incoming hardware against drawings and documentation, and to support QA and engineering teams. The role emphasizes adherence to documentation requirements and accurate data packages.

Required: high school diploma, basic measurement tools, and ability to read blueprints. Familiarity with AS9100/ISO 9001 is a plus; U.S. person status preferred.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics or drawings.
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication.
• Show attention to detail in inspection tasks.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming hardware against drawings and docs.
• Verify documentation is complete and correct.
• Assist QA with preparation of Product Technical Data Packages (TDP).
• Support in-process inspections and tests as needed.

Skills

Read blueprints

Verbal & written communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Measuring tools

Manufacturing equipment

Job description

Karman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development, and production of critical, next-generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War and its allies’ core mission priorities, and meet the accelerating demand for access to space. Building on nearly 50 years of success, we deliver Payload & Protection Systems, Aero/Hydrodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting over 130 space and defense programs.

This role is part of our Hypersonics and Strategic Missile Defense business, which designs, develops, and delivers highly dependable missile systems for hypersonic and strategic missile defense missions. We provide integrated, mission-ready hardware that brings together multiple technologies into unified systems engineered to perform in demanding operational environments. Our tip-to-tail capabilities include payload protection and deployment systems, propulsion systems, aerodynamic interstage systems, separation systems, missile subsystems, shroud systems, launch systems, and payload integration solutions.

As a Receiving Inspector, you support product quality assurance by inspecting incoming hardware, verifying conformance to drawings and documentation requirements, and supporting in-process inspections and testing. Working with Quality Assurance, engineering, project management, and technical teams, you help ensure hardware and its supporting documentation meet established requirements.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspection of incoming hardware.
• Verifies hardware complies with applicable drawings.
• Verifies hardware documentation is complete and correct.
• Assists Quality Assurance with preparation of Product Technical Data Packages (TDP).
• Assists Quality Assurance with in-process inspections and tests of product.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with basic measuring instruments and tools.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, drawings, and/or technical diagrams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year or more of experience in a quality assurance role and/or technical field.
• Experience operating mill and/or lathe machines, press brakes, or other manufacturing equipment.
• Familiarity with AS9100 / ISO 9001.

This position requires U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws, including U.S. citizens and nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement

Karman Space and Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.