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Precision Inspector

Impulse Space logoImpulse Space$35–$45/hrRedondo Beach, CaliforniaFull TimeAdded 1w ago
  • US citizenship
  • ITAR / US person

How this pay compares

This posting states $72.8k–$93.6k a year. Open quality engineer jobs in California post a median of $148k a year, the middle half $122k–$166k, across 128 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post.

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About the job

As a Precision Inspector at Impulse, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that every component, system, and process involved in building spacecraft & engine hardware meets our rigorous standards for spaceflight. ## Responsibilities - Provide detailed in-process inspections on spacecraft & engine hardware (electrical, mechanical, propulsion) assemblies, using detailed drawings, CAD models, and established processes to verify conformance to design requirements - Work alongside CMM programmers, performing final inspection - Identify, document, and resolve production and test anomalies in accordance with prescribed procedures and pursue corrective action as required - Communicate and help resolve quality related issues as they relate to the specific engineering departments - Document production non-conformances in accordance with prescribed procedures and processes as required - Support quality management system policies and procedure documentation, assess compliance to company and industry standards, initiate and lead continual improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives ## Minimum Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalency certificate - 4+ years of inspection experience in an aerospace, aviation, military or manufacturing environment ## Preferred Skills and Experience - 6+ years of demonstrated hands-on experience with spaceflight hardware - 3+ years of demonstrated experience working with metrology or CMM hardware - Experience with quality assurance principles, methods, and processes - Demonstrated experience working with electrical, mechanical, structural, or propulsion assemblies - Experience with performing electronic testing and inspections using portable measuring devices - Strong understanding of safety programs and OSHA regulations and requirements - Practical experience working within quality management systems (AS9100 and ISO 9001) ## Additional Information Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data.

Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

Impulse Space’s spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). This position requires applicants to be either U.S.

Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies. Learn more about the ITAR here .

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

From Impulse Space's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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