Quality Inspector, Receiving

Phoenix-Mesa, Arizona, United States

$50-69k

Full Time

13 minutes ago

Job description

Virgin Galactic is seeking a highly motivated Receiving Inspector to support our Quality team. Guided by our values, “Safety above All”, we proactively manage the risks inherent in human spaceflight through our daily actions in the design and assembly efforts. 

 

Primary tasks will be associated with the inspection standards, principles, techniques to examine, question, evaluate and report objective evidence of results in accordance with Quality Management Systems (QMS) requirements.  Maintain focus on timeliness and execution of tasks and deliverables every day. Support the company strategy by holding ourselves and one another accountable for getting the work done. 

Work Schedule:  4/10 Onsite Monday through Thursday Day Shift

 

Responsibilities

  • Process product inspections upon receipt from materials. 
  • Verify all materials have proper traceability and is obtained from vendors on the ASL (Approved Suppliers List) as well as that all material conforms to the engineering definition as requested by the inspection plan 
  • Perform re-inspections on product returns from Manufacturing (MFG) 
  • Perform historical research on inspections for other groups as needed 
  • Process monitor and move Non-Conformance Reports (NCR's) maintain custody/control of Material Review Board (MRB) 
  • Generate Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) as required within TipQA and / or Apriso during receiving inspections for erroneous entries    
  • Inspect purchased electrical and mechanical parts, and raw materials for conformity to standards, specifications, and processing requirements
  • Inspect for defects and damage, proper identification, and dimensions using measuring devices
  • Input data and inspection results
  • Follow and document complex processes, input data and inspection results
  • Communicate effectively, in both written and verbal formats, with engineering, management and production personnel to convey product acceptance criteria and inspection results
  • Comply with safety regulations and promote a safe working environment
  • Proper and timely completion of assigned tasks in accordance with the policies and procedures set forth by the company
  • Conduct work in a manner that enhances own/other employees health and safety, product safety and promotes risk reduction
  • Participate openly in safety-related event investigations, and immediately report workplace hazards and make suggestions for control
  • Cooperate and contribute toward the overall success of the Safety program at the local level
  • Adhere to set directions and guidelines from team leader to support collaboration across teams to complete project
  • Work on quality control assignments that are moderately difficult, requiring judgment in resolving issues or in making recommendations
  • Ensure quality and efficiency of installations, including troubleshooting and may provide guidance in troubleshooting processes and concepts

 

 

Required Skills and Experience

  • High School Diploma or equivalent 
  • Minimum of three years’ experience in a related field, may include, but not limited to; aerospace parts and components and hands‐on experience in a manufacturing, maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), or airline environment with a special emphasis in prototype aircraft; to include material and logistics operations
  • Knowledge of AS9100 and other relevant aerospace industry standards and regulations
  • In depth understanding of the inspection techniques and quality issues associated with logistics and warehouse operations 
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and/or models on paper or digital
  • Experience with nonconforming material control processes
  • Specific vision abilities (corrected or uncorrected) to include color perception, close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus to be able to detect even the smallest of flaws or defects in the materials used
  • Comply with safety regulations and promote a safe working environment
  • Demonstrated ability to use computer applications to follow manufacturing work instructions  
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and/or models on paper or digital

Preffered Skills and Experience

  • Proven hands-on inspection experience in the aerospace industry using a variety of precision measurement tools
  • Knowledge of applying current quality control practices and willingness to learn cutting edge spacecraft quality techniques; Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) training preferred
  • Basic math and technical writing skills
  • Ability to collaborate on quality inspection projects with fellow technicians, or interdepartmental functions to achieve goals or solve problems 
  • Ability to communicate in a manner that is timely, respectful, and open to other ideas
  • Strong safety forward thinking, practice good housekeeping, tool control, recognizing the importance of properly handling hazardous materials, and chemicals
  • Familiar with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

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The annual U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $49,920.00–$68,640.00. The base pay actually offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, location, and experience and take into account internal equity. Other forms of pay (e.g., bonus or long term incentive) may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. For more information regarding Virgin Galactic benefits, please visit https://vgcareers.virgingalactic.com/global/en/benefits

 

Who We Are

Virgin Galactic is an aerospace and space travel company, pioneering human spaceflight for private individuals and researchers with its advanced air and space vehicles. We are making the dream of space travel a reality, delivering spaceflight at an unprecedented frequency, with the development of next generation space vehicles. 

 

Export Requirements 
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Person (either a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident or a protected individual as defined 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or be able to obtain the required authorization from either the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The applicant must also not be included in the list of Specifically Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons maintained by the Office of Foreign Assets Control. See list here.

 

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

 

DRUG FREE WORKPLACE
Virgin Galactic is committed to a Drug Free Workplace.  All applicants post offer and active teammates are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. This can include pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, and accident related drug and alcohol testing. 

 

PHOENIX EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
For individuals seeking employment at our Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport facility, employment is contingent upon you obtaining and maintaining a TSA authorized security badge.  This includes initial and annual mandatory background checks that are governed by TSA, and conducted by the Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport badging office.

 

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