Incoming Quality Control; IQC Inspector III – Mechanical

Incoming Quality Control (IQC) Inspector III – Mechanical

Location:

Middle River, MD

Rocket Lab is an end‑to‑end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more. We build and launch rockets and satellites that support scientific exploration, Earth observation, climate‑change missions, national security, and new technology demonstrations.

• Inspect incoming flight hardware and verify compliance with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Review documentation packages and ensure all required paperwork is complete and accurate.
• Evaluate drawing requirements and initiate NCRs for non‑conformances.
• Perform mechanical inspections using calipers, micrometers, and other precision measurement tools.
• Apply GD&T principles and interpret engineering blueprints.
• Support inspection of composite components and large structures.
• Work in a fast‑paced environment that may require long days and weekend support.

• 5+ years of experience in aerospace or equivalent inspection.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of GD&T and blueprint interpretation.
• Proficiency with mechanical measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.).
• Ability to inspect incoming flight hardware and review documentation packages.
• Experience evaluating drawing requirements and issuing NCRs.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with extended hours as needed.

• Experience with CMM and laser tracker systems.
• Familiarity with Inspire and Poly Works software.
• Experience with NDT scanning.
• Background performing critical alignments on large structures.
• Experience working with composite materials.

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

$26,000 – $33,000 USD

We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth. Our people out‑think, out‑work, and out‑pace. We pride ourselves on having each other’s backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and focus on delivering results.

To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, Rocket Lab employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident, or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Department of State. For more information on ITAR, see the U.S. Office of Management and Budget website.

Background checks and nationality requirements apply. Eligibility is limited to citizens of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the EU, or a NATO member country, or holders of eligible dual citizenship.

Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

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