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Contract Quality Assurance (Quality Assurance Inspector, 4)

  • Goleta, California, United States
Bring your passion for space!
 
Redwire is accelerating humanity’s expansion into space by delivering reliable, economical and sustainable infrastructure for future generations. 
 
Where dreams and reality collide and the output is, out of this world. At Redwire Space, we are a team of dreamers and doers. Where the impossible becomes possible, and every day is an opportunity to learn and get one step closer to knowing the unknown. Join us on our mission to expand humanity’s presence in space. 

The talented innovators in Goleta, CA are a leading developer and provider of satellite mechanisms, deployable structures and booms and deployable solar array systems to the global space market.  

The team is revolutionizing spaceflight and are currently being utilized on missions with NASA, the Department of Defense, and commercial space companies. With many more exciting projects on the horizon our team could use your curiosity, passion, talent and experience to help us Build Above. 
 
Summary
 
We have a current opportunity for a Contract Quality Assurance Inspector for 6 months, located at our facility in Goleta, CA. In this role you will be performing in-process inspections and receiving inspections of aerospace parts.
 
Responsibilities
  • Performs receiving and receiving inspection of purchased parts and subassemblies. Verifies supplier compliance with all purchase order requirements, specifications and/or drawing requirements.
  • Performs dimensional inspections using hand-held instruments to measure parts and assemblies to drawing requirement.
  • 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.
  • Accurately documents the results of the inspections.
  • Performs quality review of work orders prior to their closure to verify count and condition of parts or assemblies, that all operations are complete, that associated kit lists are accurate, that parts are correctly labeled; and assists the Quality Engineer (as needed) to collect data for the assemblies End Item Data Package.
  • Performs source inspections at sub-tier suppliers, as needed.
 
Ideal Experience
  • High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
  • 5+ years of experience in Quality Inspection, preferably in a high reliability, small batch, high variety manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to read drawings and prints.
  • Understanding of the set-up and use of mechanical inspection devices.
  • Ability to work independently and within a cross-functional team environment.
 
Desired Skills
  • Knowledge of aerospace systems, methodology, and terminology
  • Familiarity with AS9100 / ISO9001 requirements
  • Familiarity with documenting product quality through paper and electronic systems including Word, Excel, and web-based systems.
  • Sufficient oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work in an environment with competing priorities.
  • Knowledgeable about calibration systems and internal controls associated with calibration.
  • Occasionally works in confined spaces.
  • Occasionally works in heights of 30 ft. or more in a scissor lift. 
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.
  • Occasional travel up to 5-10% for project testing.
 
Grow with us as we innovate the next generation capabilities for a new era of space exploration!  We offer a highly competitive benefits package along with a commitment to our core values of Integrity, Innovation, Impact, Inclusion, and Excellence. 
 
Don’t meet every single requirement above? No worries.  We want people who can grow, collaborate and build a stronger team.  We strive to build a diverse and inclusive culture, so if you’re excited about this job posting, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
 
Pay Range
$30.00 - $38.00 per hour

How We Determine What We Pay (Compensation Philosophy)
Redwire determines pay for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data, for our locations throughout the US. We will evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index, in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company.
For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth.  Salaries will be based on the applicant’s level of experience, education, and specialized knowledge and skills. Additionally, we consider the external market rate, the amount we have budgeted internally, and internal equity within the company for the same position. An employee/candidate with a stronger skill set will receive higher pay.
 
Redwire is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Redwire 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.
 
All offers of employment at Redwire are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check and your ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the US.  Note that some positions will also require US citizenship or ability to obtain a security clearance due to requirements of a classified program.
 
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. Learn more about the ITAR Click Here
 

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