Quality Inspector

Be more than just an employee number! Join Terran Orbital, a leader in innovation, manufacturing, and operations in the satellite industry. We are a pioneer in the miniaturization of space technologies and the delivery of responsive space solutions. We are a unique, fast-growing, and trusted team focused on quickly and economically designing, building, launching, and operating state-of-the-art satellites for advanced mission constellations.

Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector to join our growing team. Reporting to the   Supervisor, Quality Engineer the Quality Inspector will review and evaluate certifications, parts, and services for compliance with applicable specifications and established standards.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain inspection reports
• Perform FAI, in-process, final part, and raw materials inspections
• Maintain calibration of quality control equipment
• Communicate quality or compliance concerns with urgency
• Document/Record all inspection/evaluation results using visual, dimensional methods and standards on company documentation forms/records.
• Tag and segregate non-conforming materials as discovered, and generate required non-conforming reports as necessary
• Review and evaluate certifications parts/services for compliance with applicable specifications, purchase order requirements, and established standards.
• Maintain and enforce material traceability using material stamping and marking.
• Maintain the Integrity of the quality control documentation system.
• Maintain attention to detail and completion of assigned tasks in a timely manner
• Communicate all ideas for process improvements or tooling to the Quality Engineer

Requirements

• Minimum of 2-5 years of inspection and production experience in a machine shop environment

• CMM Programming experience
• Solid understanding of test and measuring equipment (micrometers, dial indicators, CMM, etc.)
• Strong working knowledge of various mathematical concepts, including fractions, ratios, and proportions
• Understanding of ISO and AS9100
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints and 3-D models
• Understand and have a working knowledge of GD&T principles
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret information written and oral
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications
• Good knowledge of the methods of machining
• Ability to work in a team environment

Benefits

• 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents

• 401(k) Match
• Unlimited PTO

Salary Range $20.00 - $35.00/hr.     

Your actual level and base salary will be determined case-by-case and may vary based on the job-related qualification, knowledge, skills, education, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer equity for each employee, 100% covered medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, unlimited flex time off, covered life insurance, maternity and paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referrals, and lots of swag!      

About Terran Orbital

Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design, production, launch planning, mission operations, and on-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military, civil, and commercial customers. Learn more at www.terranorbital.com

Physical Demands

An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. In performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time, in addition to bending, reaching, and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary, with substantial computer usage.

Work Environment

The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners.

Disclaimers

To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, the applicant 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. In addition, please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.

Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hr@terranorbital.com.

Terran Orbital does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with Terran Orbital, a Master Services Agreement (MSA) must be executed and confirmed prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed MSA, Terran Orbital shall not be responsible to any individual or entity for any payment relating to any form of fee or compensation.

And, in the event that a resume or candidate is submitted by a recruiter, an employment agency, or a staffing firm without a fully executed MSA, Terran Orbital has the unrestricted right to pursue and hire any of those candidate(s) without any legal or financial responsibility to the recruiter, agency, and/or firm.