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SpaceX · 2 days ago

Launch Quality Inspector - 2nd Shift

SpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. The Launch Quality Inspector will perform in-process inspections and verify that all key performance and design characteristics are met or exceeded during test preparation and acceptance testing, ensuring mission success.

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Responsibilities

Perform inspections (in-process and final) on structural and propulsion components and subassemblies (mechanical, electrical, electro-mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic)
Inspect, verify, and proactively support structures and propulsion development and acceptance testing; assure adherence to design, specification, and testing requirements
Document production and test anomalies in accordance with prescribed procedures and process as required
Communicate and help resolve quality related issues as they relate to the site and other SpaceX locations
Process non-conforming product
Routinely observe technical operations and offer guidance and/or serve as an additional technical resource
Determine manufacturing compliance to NASA and customer, as well as internal, specifications to meet launch and mission requirements

Qualification

Aerospace inspection experienceFAA A&P certificateQuality assurance principlesAvionicsAerospace propulsionAerospace structuresGSE systemsMicrosoft Office proficiencyWindows operating systems

Required

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
2+ years of inspection experience in an aerospace, military, or manufacturing environment
Ability to work one of the following shifts: Weekday 2nd shift: Monday - Friday from 5:00 PM - 3:30 AM or Weekend 2nd shift: Friday - Monday from 5:00 PM - 5:00 AM
Ability to pass Space Force / Air Force background check for Vandenberg and Cape Canaveral
Ability to climb ladders and work in tight spaces
Willing to work overtime to meet critical deadlines as needed

Preferred

Associate degree or higher in quality, engineering, or related field
FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) airframe and powerplant (A&P) certificate
Knowledge of quality assurance principles, methods, and processes
Knowledge of avionics and electrical systems
Knowledge of aerospace propulsion and principles
Knowledge of aerospace structures
Knowledge of GSE (ground support engineering/equipment) systems and general associated equipment
Strong knowledge and experience in aerospace standards and its general practices
Intermediate level skill with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
Intermediate level skill with Windows operating systems

Benefits

Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Short & long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Various other discounts and perks
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year

Company

SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$11.78B
Key Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
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Leadership Team

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Bret Johnsen
CFO
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Charles Kuehmann
VP Materials Engineering
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