Lead Quality Precision Inspector

Vast is looking for a Lead Quality Precision Inspector (1st Shift), reporting to the Quality Manager, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. This will be a full-time, non-exempt position located in our Hawthorne location. 

Responsibilities: 

• Provide detailed in-process inspections on flight hardware, using detailed drawings, CAD models, and established processes to verify conformance to design requirements.
• Communicate and help resolve quality related issues as they relate to other company products.
• Process non-conforming products and assist engineering in root cause analysis and corrective action.
• Read, interpret, and work from free form drawings as well as from controlled documentation and processes.
• Program and operate dimensional inspection tools including Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) and optical comparators.
• Support mechanical/manual inspection using handheld inspection tools and surface plate inspections, such as tri-micrometers, height gage, pin gages, etc. as needed.
• Be involved in manufacturing job review, for input (inspection tool readiness, GD&T, and blueprint clarification)
• Identify bottlenecks, propose improvements (processes, equipment, personnel) work with E-2 team for implementation
• Assist in training a team of quality inspectors, fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement.
• Research, evaluate, and procure quality inspection tools and equipment necessary to support the E2 Team.

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Experience reading and interpreting design drawings and CAD models.
• Extensive experience performing dimensional inspections.
• Experience with aerospace standards.
• Experience using calibrated inspection tools.
• Experience with assembling and testing manufactured hardware.
• Experience with quality assurance principles, methods, and processes.
• Experience inspecting 3D printed hardware.
• Intermediate level skill with Google products (Sheets, Slides, etc.)
• Intermediate level skill with Windows operating systems.
• Good communication skills and the ability to articulate aerospace hardware and systems problems to technical professionals to initiate resolutions.
• Substantial knowledge of the control of nonconforming hardware, failure/root cause analysis, corrective, and preventive action processes.
• Knowledgeable with ISO 9001/AS9100 quality management systems.
• Proficient in PC-DMIS and PolyWorks inspection softwares. 
• Proficient with computers, the ability to use MS Office, shop floor management software (ERP) and related programs.
• Ability to work independently with a strong work ethic, be innovative, detail oriented, possess initiative, and team oriented.

Additional Requirements:

• Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones
• Must be able to pass a background check and gain access to government facilities.
• 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.

Pay Range: 

• Lead Quality Precision Inspector - $45.00 - $64.00