Starship CMM Inspector | Precision Metrology for Spaceflight

SpaceX; Starbase (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a CMM Inspector (Starship) to conduct precision inspections of flight hardware and components, ensuring conformance to ASME Y14.5 GD&T and SpaceX specifications. The role involves programming CMMs and Romer arms, reviewing certifications, and supporting inspection plans at supplier sites.

Responsibilities include selecting gauges, performing complex inspections, and ensuring all parts meet quality standards. ITAR and weekend overtime requirements apply as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• 3+ years of precision mechanical inspection experience.
• 3+ years of programming and running CMM or Faro Arm experience.
• Experience with aerospace precision inspection preferred.

Responsibilities

• Select and utilize standard gauges to ensure quality; inspect feature tolerances with appropriate tools.
• Perform complex inspections on mechanical parts, components, assemblies and materials.
• Inspect flight hardware at the supplier per drawings, PO, standards, SpaceX specs.
• Program and set up Articulating Arm (e.g., Romer), CMMs to achieve inspections.
• Review documentation and verify certifications and conformance to specs.
• Support development of inspection plans at suppliers and supplier corrective action.
• Ensure parts meet SpaceX specifications or document non-conformances.

Skills

Precision inspection

CMM programming

Romer Arm handling

ASME GD&T

Microsoft Office

Statistical process control

Prioritization

Education

High school diploma

Tools

PC-DMIS

Verisurf

Faro Arm

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a CMM Inspector (Starship) to conduct precision inspections of flight hardware and components, ensuring conformance to ASME Y14.5 GD&T and SpaceX specifications. The role involves programming CMMs and Romer arms, reviewing certifications, and supporting inspection plans at supplier sites.

Responsibilities include selecting gauges, performing complex inspections, and ensuring all parts meet quality standards. ITAR and weekend overtime requirements apply as needed.