Rocket Lab
Senior Quality Inspector
Based on-site at Rocket Lab in our Middle River, MD facility, we are looking for an experienced inspector with a high level of attention to detail to detect anything related to the product that does not meet product standards. Someone who embraces challenges and has clear communication skills. If you have a passion for aerospace and a track record of maintaining the highest quality standards in a fast-paced environment, you might be the Quality Inspector we are searching for. What You'll Get To Do Perform complex mechanical inspections for purchased parts and assemblies. Perform work in process quality inspections and final sign-off inspections to release product for flight. Follow and create detailed work instructions if needed for receiving inspection for components/assemblies. 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. 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. Work with manufacturing and quality engineers and participate in root cause investigations and implementation of appropriate containment and corrective actions. Provide detailed feedback for production improvements to ensure high quality standards are maintained. Collaborate with engineering and management to improve work instructions and identify critical inspection points in the process. Assist in the identification of failure modes through participation in PFMEAs and contribute ideas to eliminate the potential for future failures and/or participate to drive actions to completion. Drive reliable data collection to help with statistical understanding of our products. You'll Bring These Qualifications 8+ years of experience in aerospace or complex manufacturing and quality environment. Deep understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and reading blueprints. Experience with composites and mechanical assemblies including lamination, bonding, drilling, fastening, etc. Ability to operate a laser scanner These Qualifications Would Be Nice To Have Inspection experience with aerospace propulsion components & assemblies. Experience working with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. Experience with Hexagon Laser Scanners using Hexagon Inspire software NDT experience using ultrasonic testing. Understanding of theory of measurement, limitations of metrology systems, and ability to clearly communicate. High level of experience using hand measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, feeler gauges, pine gauges, thread gauges, surface roughness measurement, etc. Experience in using measurement instruments like comparators. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel Excellent communication skills, capable of working collaboratively within the organization and external suppliers. Additional Requirements Ability to travel and communicate outside of work hours Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed Repetitive assembly operations, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position. Must be able to move repetitively, bend or twist, and use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls. Must be able to walk or stand for extended periods 8 hours min Must be able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted.
Based on-site at Rocket Lab in our Middle River, MD facility, we are looking for an experienced inspector with a high level of attention to detail to detect anything related to the product that does not meet product standards. Someone who embraces challenges and has clear communication skills. If you have a passion for aerospace and a track record of maintaining the highest quality standards in a fast-paced environment, you might be the Quality Inspector we are searching for. What You'll Get To Do Perform complex mechanical inspections for purchased parts and assemblies. Perform work in process quality inspections and final sign-off inspections to release product for flight. Follow and create detailed work instructions if needed for receiving inspection for components/assemblies. 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. 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. Work with manufacturing and quality engineers and participate in root cause investigations and implementation of appropriate containment and corrective actions. Provide detailed feedback for production improvements to ensure high quality standards are maintained. Collaborate with engineering and management to improve work instructions and identify critical inspection points in the process. Assist in the identification of failure modes through participation in PFMEAs and contribute ideas to eliminate the potential for future failures and/or participate to drive actions to completion. Drive reliable data collection to help with statistical understanding of our products. You'll Bring These Qualifications 8+ years of experience in aerospace or complex manufacturing and quality environment. Deep understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and reading blueprints. Experience with composites and mechanical assemblies including lamination, bonding, drilling, fastening, etc. Ability to operate a laser scanner These Qualifications Would Be Nice To Have Inspection experience with aerospace propulsion components & assemblies. Experience working with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. Experience with Hexagon Laser Scanners using Hexagon Inspire software NDT experience using ultrasonic testing. Understanding of theory of measurement, limitations of metrology systems, and ability to clearly communicate. High level of experience using hand measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, feeler gauges, pine gauges, thread gauges, surface roughness measurement, etc. Experience in using measurement instruments like comparators. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel Excellent communication skills, capable of working collaboratively within the organization and external suppliers. Additional Requirements Ability to travel and communicate outside of work hours Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed Repetitive assembly operations, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position. Must be able to move repetitively, bend or twist, and use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls. Must be able to walk or stand for extended periods 8 hours min Must be able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted.