Senior Mechanical IQC Inspector – Aerospace

Rocketlab; Middle River (MD); On-site; USD 44,083 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical HMO and PPO

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Three weeks paid vacation

Job summary

Rocketlab is seeking a Senior Incoming Control Inspector (IQC) – Mechanical based in Middle River, Maryland. The role focuses on ensuring compliance of incoming hardware with aerospace quality standards. Ideal candidates will have over 8 years of experience in inspection and will thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include mechanical inspections, documentation review, and evaluating drawing requirements. Strong understanding of GD&T principles is a must. This position offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in aerospace or equivalent inspection.
• Strong understanding of GD&T and blueprint interpretation.
• Proficiency with mechanical measurement tools required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming flight hardware and verify compliance with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Review documentation packages and ensure all required paperwork is complete and accurate.
• Evaluate drawing requirements and initiate NCRs for any nonconformances.

Skills

Attention to detail

Precision measurement

GD&T principles

Blueprint interpretation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

8+ years of experience in aerospace or equivalent inspection

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

CMM and laser tracker systems

Job description

Rocketlab is seeking a Senior Incoming Control Inspector (IQC) – Mechanical based in Middle River, Maryland. The role focuses on ensuring compliance of incoming hardware with aerospace quality standards. Ideal candidates will have over 8 years of experience in inspection and will thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include mechanical inspections, documentation review, and evaluating drawing requirements. Strong understanding of GD&T principles is a must. This position offers competitive pay and benefits.