Receiving Inspection Lead

Low Earth orbit is open for business . Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules.

From life-saving pharmaceuticals to more powerful fiber optics, there is a world of products used on Earth today that can only be manufactured in space. Varda is accelerating innovation in the orbital economy by creating both the products and infrastructure needed so space can directly benefit life on Earth. Our mission is to expand the economic bounds of humankind.

Our team is uniquely suited to accomplishing this goal, with leadership and staff comprised of veterans from Space

X, Blue Origin, major pharmaceutical companies and Silicon Valley. Varda was founded in January 2021 by Will Bruey and Delian Asparouhov with significant backing from world class investors including Khosla Ventures, Lux Capital, Founders Fund, Caffeinated Capital, General Catalyst, and Also Capital.

Varda is headquartered in El Segundo, California, where we have offices and a production facility where our vehicles, equipment, and materials are built, integrated, and tested. Varda also has offices in Washington, DC and Huntsville, AL (coming soon).

Join Varda, and work to create a bustling in-space ecosystem.

As part of the Supply Chain team, you will play a critical role in inventory receiving processes. You will work closely with production, inventory, and finance teams ensuring our receiving system is accurate and able to meet build milestones. You’ll be responsible for performing and leading day-to-day receiving operations as well as driving strategic projects and process improvements to support the business as it continues to grow and evolve.

• Verify all material received for conformity with accompanying paperwork. Check for damage and confirm correct part numbers, quantities and revisions
• Select and utilize standard gauges to ensure quality. Inspect feature tolerances by selecting the tool with the required accuracy
• Organize controlled inventory storage systems and locations, and make improvements to material flow and footprint
• Provide detailed in-process inspections using detailed drawings, CAD models, and establish processes to verify conformance to design requirements
• Communicate and help resolve quality issues as they relate to received products
• Document non-conformances in accordance with procedures and processes as required
• Coordinate non-flight inventory transfers
• Acknowledge and take receipt of all incoming materials and packages, identify receipt in ERP then perform receiving inspection, including transfer to inventory

• 6+ years experience in Quality, Engineering, or related fields, with focus in receiving inspection or supply chain
• Experience with GD&T and use of metrology tools and gauges
• Experience performing electronic testing and inspections using portable measuring devices
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications (ASME Y14.5 or equivalent)
• Proficiency in inventory management software (e.g., ERP systems) and Microsoft Office Suite

• Degree in a technical or engineering field
• Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) certification
• Experience in the aerospace, manufacturing, or technology sectors
• Familiarity with AS9100 Quality Management System
• Excellent communication and team building skills
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment

• Salary Range: $98,000 - $132,000
• Leveling and base salary is determined by job-related skills, education level, experience level, and job performance

Varda, like all employers, must ensure that its employees working in the United States are lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Additionally, our employees are exposed to and have access to certain export‑controlled items. At present, some of our technology to which employees have access requires a license to be exported to individuals other than “U.S. Persons” as defined in U.S. export regulations.

Because our employees are provided access to export‑controlled items, our…