Quality Inspector - Senior (Second Shift) - Millennium Space Systems
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About the role
Quality Inspector - Senior (Second Shift) - Millennium Space Systems
Company
Millennium Space Systems
Millennium Space Systems (MSS), a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), is a fast, agile small satellite company focused on national security space. Our missions have a direct impact to Global Security, like Missile Warning and Earth Observation.
Our team is curious, bold and innovative. We take risks, innovate and explore new techniques and technologies. We influence change because we challenge the status quo. And when we watch our satellites launch, we know each one of us made it happen.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Quality Inspector to join our dynamic team in El Segundo, California.
This position’s internal job code is Quality Inspector Sr. Our team is currently hiring for grade 24.
Position Responsibilities
- Initiates corrective actions with our Manufacturing, ATLO, and Engineering teams
- Maintains systems that will assure the quality and traceability of the incoming materials and final products
- Interfaces and/or works closely with Design and Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing, Materials, Procurement and Shipping personnel on procedural issues involving design, methods, tooling, cost and other areas involved in the control of product quality
- Monitors all manufacturing processes through audits and daily evaluations, to ensure that assembly & test operations being performed in accordance with approved specifications and standards
- Documents discrepancies as they occur during manufacturing & test operations
- Independently perform verifications and document results in a clear, precise, and complete manner
- Supports in other inspection areas defined by Millennium Space Systems Leadership as business needs require
- Develops, implements, and audits inspection and test plans, acceptance criteria, and in-process work instructions
- Facilitates root cause analysis and resolution with manufacturing / production area DR’s
- Assists in conducting annual audits and systems surveys
- Makes recommendations to company leadership on the implementation of process improvements on assigned program(s) or product areas
- Demonstrates working knowledge and interfaces of MES systems (JIRA, Costpoint, etc.)
Shift
This position is primarily 2nd shift; however, there may be additional shift requirements to support program objectives. Candidates must be able to work any shift assigned.
Union
- This is an International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) hourly union-represented position.
- New hires and employees transferring from non-union roles may be required to attend or complete training within their 90-day probationary period. Continued employment is contingent on successfully completing the probationary period.
Security Clearance
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship.(An Interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance Post Start is required.)
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)
- Minimum of High School Diploma or GED
- More than 1 year of experience performing Quality Inspections
- More than 1 year of experience working with Quality Assurance specifications and requirements
- More than 1 year of experience documenting corrective actions and non-conformance
- More than 1 year of experience in working with blueprints, specifications, assembly drawings and standard operating procedures
- More than 1 year of experience reading and interpreting aerospace engineering drawings and blueprints
- More than 1 year of experience in setting and using precision measuring tools and equipment such as micrometers, calipers, and/or dial indicators
- Capable of lifting 20lbs or more on a frequent basis
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Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)
- More than 1 year of experience in manufacturing, fabrication, or assembly processes and procedures
- More than 1 year of experience working with ESD, IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 standards
- Experience working with AS9100 and/or similar QMS standard
- Held an IPC quality certification
Conflict of Interest
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
Travel
Position may require travel up to 10% of the time.
Drug Free Workplace
Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Pay & Benefits
At Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
Millennium Space Systems also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary Pay Range: $29.42 – $47.09
Millennium is a DDTC-registered, ITAR-compliant Company. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Applicants MUST be U.S. citizens and eligible for a security clearance. Additionally, applicants must be willing to apply for and maintain a security clearance. We encourage all interested candidates to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified.
Category = Manufacturing
Language Requirements
Not Applicable
Education
Not Applicable
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Security Clearance
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program award
Shift
Shift 2 (United States of America)
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