Quality Inspector III​/Senior - Avionics

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more - all with the goal of opening access space. The rockets and satellites we build, and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.

Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.

Neutron is a medium lift launch vehicle capable of delivering the mega constellations of tomorrow, high assurance payloads, and human spaceflight. As a highly reusable launch platform, Neutron will deliver a highly cost-effective and reliable launch solution leveraging Rocket Lab's proven execution history with the Electron program. If you're interested in joining a high performing team, pushing the boundaries with a clean sheet development of re-usable liquid launch vehicle, this is your opportunity!

Based out of Rocket Lab's Headquarters in Long Beach, CA
, the Quality Inspector III/Senior - Avionics is responsible for carrying out inspections using prescribed inspection criteria. A high level of attention to detail is required to detect anything related to the product that does not meet engineering/production standards. In addition to inspecting, the role involves steering and guiding decisions to bring the quality process to the highest standard possible, including problem solving capability and clear communication skills.

(This position can be hired as a Senior Quality Inspector or Quality Inspector III Level)

• Perform complex electronic and electrical inspections for purchased parts, PCBAs, wire harnesses, electro-mechanical, electrical, electronic components, and assemblies
• Follow and create detailed work instructions for receiving inspection for PCBA's, Harnessing, Electro-mechanical components/assemblies, and test reports
• Highlight all concerns directly back to the engineering, quality and production team by thoroughly documenting issues and non-conformances in accordance with Rocket Lab systems and procedures in our internal quality monitoring systems (Issue tracking system) and Manufacturing execution system (MES) and/or ERP as applicable
• Support to prepare the production area for external audits and perform internal audits, including tracking actions following corrective action requests
• Follow up on calibration tracking and compliance to tool calibration system
• Embody a Built in Quality philosophy, consistently detecting non-conformances (Don t accept a Defect - Don t Pass a Defect) and preventing escapes to downstream customers

• 8+ years of experience working in a quality assurance role in an electronics manufacturing environment
• IPC-A-610 Certification (previous)
• Experience with IPC/WHMA-A-620C and/or AC 43.13

• 5+ years of experience working in a quality assurance role in an electronics manufacturing environment
• IPC-A-610 Certification (previous)
• Experience with IPC/WHMA-A-620C and/or AC 43.13

• Experience with IPC J-STD-001 with space addendum
• High level of attention to detail and ability to produce work to an exceptional standard of accuracy
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as autonomously
• Ability to read, understand and follow manufacturing instructions and drawings

• 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM Monday - Thursday

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus
• Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, operate computer keyboard and controls, and communicate verbally and in writing
• Must be physically able to commute to buildings
• Occasional exposure to dust, fumes and moderate levels of noise

Note:

Level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one component of our total rewards package at Rocket Lab. Employees may also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including top-tier medical, dental, and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave,…