Contractor- Quality Assurance Inspector III; Inspector , Quality Assurance

Summary

We have a current opportunity for a Contractor – Quality Assurance Inspector III located at our facility in Goleta, CA for a period of 6 months. In this role you will perform in‑process inspections and receiving inspections of aerospace parts.

• Performs receiving and 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 and adhesive mixes, and other data‑keeping systems.
• Performs final 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 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.

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 3+ 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.

• Knowledge of aerospace systems, methodology, and terminology.
• Familiarity with AS9100 / ISO
  9001 requirements.
• Familiarity with documenting product quality through paper and electronic systems including Word, Excel and web‑based systems.
• Good 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.
• Occasional work in confined spaces.
• Occasional work at heights of 30 ft. or more in a scissor lift.
• Specific vision abilities required: 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.

$22.00 – $33.00 per hour

Redwire determines pay for positions using local, national and industry‑specific survey data for our locations throughout the U.S. We evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index, relative to the marketplace for jobs directly comparable to roles within our company. For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers that allow the employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on experience, education and specialized knowledge and skills.

We also consider the external market rate, our internal budget and internal equity. Candidates 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 or 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 U.S. Note that some positions will also require U.S. citizenship or the ability to obtain a security clearance due to requirements of a classified program.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including 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.