Quality Inspector
- US citizenship
- ITAR / US person
- IPC J-STD-001
How this pay compares
This posting states $74.9k–$120k a year. Open quality engineer jobs in Colorado post a median of $129k a year, the middle half $105k–$162k, across 49 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post.
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About the job
Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it. OUR MISSION True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors - enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.
OUR VALUES - Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity. - What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results. - It’s the people.
Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together. ## BENEFITS & PERKS * - Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options - Generous time off: Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays; Parental Leave; Sick Leave - Fuel for your day: Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees - And more: 401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays - Equity participation: Equity is included as part of our total compensation package, giving you an opportunity to share in the company’s success. *Do not apply to fixed term and temporary roles ## RESPONSIBILITIES - Performs receiving inspection of purchased parts and subassemblies.
Verifies supplier compliance with all purchase order requirements, specifications and/or drawing requirements. - Performs in-process inspections of assembled hardware per drawing requirements, verifies accuracy of entries on data sheets, work orders, adhesive mixes, and other data-keeping systems. - Performs finals inspections of assembled hardware per drawing requirements and is the liaison to the program Quality Engineer (Reports quality problems or findings to the QE).
Assists Quality Engineering and Operations in the investigation of non-conformities. - Investigate manufacturing product quality and compliance issues reported from the field, analyze results, determine root cause/probable cause, and initiate and review reports. - Participate in escalation tasks and activities, including Project Risk Assessments (PRA) and Corrective/Preventive action(s) – CAPAs, SCARs, as determination by investigation. ## QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor’s degree or 7+ years in aerospace engineering or equivalent discipline - 7+ years of professional experience in quality inspection - Familiarity with IPC 610, IPC 620, IPC 7711/7721, and J-STD-001 Standards - Familiarity with AS9100 / ISO9001 requirements - Familiarity reading GD&T drawings and verifying measurements - Experience with product or device complaints, investigations, and/or root cause analysis - Experience with NCRs, FMEAs, CAPAs, or Product Risk Assessments - Passion for the space industry - Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team ## COMPENSATION - Base Salary: $36-57.50/hr This position is non-exempt and is eligible for overtime. - Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. ## ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS - Work Location - this role will be an onsite position based out of our Gravity Works office in Denver. - Work environment - the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job. - Physical demands - the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.
This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C.
1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us know.
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From True Anomaly's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About True Anomaly
Spacecraft and software for space security.
Pay on its listings: 99.5% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
How it pays: Paid as an employee on True Anomaly's own payroll (salaried or hourly, as each posting states).
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