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Quality Inspector (Valves) - 2nd Shift
full-timeHawthorne$0k - $0k

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Location

Hawthorne

Salary

$0k - $0k

Type

full-time

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About this role

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

QUALITY INSPECTOR (VALVES) - 2ND SHIFT


Our quality inspectors are responsible for being the last line of defense in assuring mission success. You will perform in-process and end-of-line inspections to verify that all key performance and design characteristics are met or exceeded during flight hardware manufacturing. You will be working hands on with the most cutting edge rocket technology currently available and will be part of history. This position will be supporting the Quality Inspection team at the SpaceX valve factory, which is responsible for the most critical components of our Dragon and Falcon programs.


RESPONSIBILITIES:



  • Provide detailed in-process inspections on flight hardware, using detailed drawing, CAD models, and established processes to verify conformance to design requirements

  • Document production and test anomalies in accordance with prescribed procedures and processes

  • Communicate and help resolve quality related issues as they relate to the site and other SpaceX locations

  • Process non-conforming product and assist engineering in root cause analysis and corrective action

  • Routinely observe technical operations and offer guidance and/or serve as an additional technical resource

  • Evaluate manufacturing compliance to NASA and customer, as well as internal, specifications to meet launch and mission requirements

  • Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

  • Support quality management system policies and procedure documentation, assess compliance to company and industry standards, initiate and lead continual improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives


BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:



  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate

  • 2+ years of inspection experience in an aerospace, military or manufacturing environment


PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:



  • Experience with aerospace standards

  • Experience using calibrated inspection tools

  • Experience with assembling and testing manufactured hardware

  • Experience with quality assurance principles, methods, and processes

  • Intermediate level skill with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

  • Intermediate level skill with Windows operating systems

  • Practical experience working within quality management systems (AS9100 and ISO 9001)


ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:



  • Must be able to work 2nd shift schedule:

    • Monday to Friday: 3:30PM - 2:00AM



  • Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed

  • Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted

  • Must be willing to travel up to 10%

  • Must be able to climb ladders, stoop, bend, crawl, and work in tight spaces

  • Must be willing to work in a cleanroom environment, which requires PPE, such as: bunny suit, hair net, beard net, etc.


COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:    
    
Pay range:    
Quality Inspector/Level 1: $24.00 - $31.00/hour    
Quality Inspector/Level 2: $28.00 - $37.00/hour    
Quality Inspector/Level 3: $33.00 - $43.00/hour  
    
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, and experience.


Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
   

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:



  • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  


SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX 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.


Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [email protected]

Other facts

Tech stack
Inspection,Aerospace Standards,Calibrated Inspection Tools,Quality Assurance Principles,Microsoft Office,Windows Operating Systems,Quality Management Systems,Root Cause Analysis,Lean Manufacturing,Technical Operations,Documentation,Communication,Problem Solving,Compliance Evaluation,In-Process Inspection,End-of-Line Inspection,Anomaly Documentation

About SpaceX

SpaceX designs, manufactures and launches the world’s most advanced rockets and spacecraft. The company was founded in 2002 by Elon Musk to revolutionize space transportation, with the ultimate goal of making life multiplanetary.

SpaceX has gained worldwide attention for a series of historic milestones. It is the only private company ever to return a spacecraft from low-Earth orbit, which it first accomplished in December 2010. The company made history again in May 2012 when its Dragon spacecraft attached to the International Space Station, exchanged cargo payloads, and returned safely to Earth — a technically challenging feat previously accomplished only by governments. Since then Dragon has delivered cargo to and from the space station multiple times, providing regular cargo resupply missions for NASA.

For more information, visit www.spacex.com.

Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
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Industry: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
Founding Year: 2002

What you'll do

  • Quality inspectors perform in-process and end-of-line inspections to ensure that flight hardware meets design requirements. They document anomalies, communicate quality issues, and support compliance with specifications.

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As a Quality Inspector (Valves) - 2nd Shift at SpaceX, you will: quality inspectors perform in-process and end-of-line inspections to ensure that flight hardware meets design requirements. They document anomalies, communicate quality issues, and support compliance with specifications..

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SpaceX is a leading Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing company. The Quality Inspector (Valves) - 2nd Shift role offers competitive compensation.

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