Firefly Aerospace
Quality Inspector - Tubing (2nd Shift)
Firefly Aerospace, Briggs, Texas, United States, 78608
Quality Inspector - Tubing (2nd Shift)
Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company that enables our world to launch, land, and operate in space – anywhere, anytime. As the partner of choice for critical space missions, Firefly is the only commercial company to launch a satellite to orbit with 24‑hour notice and the only company to achieve a successful Moon landing. Our launch vehicles, lunar landers, and orbital vehicles provide government and commercial customers with full mission services from low Earth orbit to the Moon and beyond. Headquartered in north Austin, Texas, Firefly is looking for passionate, hardworking innovators to join our team and help fuel our successful trajectory into space.
Location : Production and Test Facility, Briggs, TX (north of Cedar Park) Shift : 2nd Shift
Summary Quality Assurance owns the processes and tools by which Firefly identifies, contains, eliminates, and prevents non‑conformances. Quality is charged with defining and maintaining the processes and tools which prove product capabilities meet requirements and result in a predictably economical and reliable product. The Firefly Quality Inspector is responsible for inspection and acceptance of qualification and flight hardware and software products, verifying that all key performance and design characteristics are met prior to launch, and playing a critical role in ensuring mission success.
Responsibilities
Perform inspections on launch vehicle/spacecraft components and sub‑assemblies (mechanical, electrical, electro‑mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic), focused on tubing.
Develop and execute detailed inspection programs that assure adherence to design, specification, and testing requirements, ensuring all actions required for product acceptance are conducted accurately and efficiently.
Document non‑conformances in accordance with prescribed procedures and processes as required.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to investigate and resolve non‑conformance or quality issues, including development and implementation of robust corrective actions to prevent reoccurrences.
Quarantine and process non‑conforming product.
Maintain tool control and calibration processes within assigned work center, including validation of metrology systems.
Participate in technical operations and provide guidance as an additional technical resource.
Initiate and execute plans to improve product quality and inspection efficiency.
Apply 5S workplace organization and follow Lean initiatives.
Support manufacturing compliance to customer and internal specifications to meet contractual and mission requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
2+ years of hands‑on experience in an aerospace, military, or manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated ability to read technical information, follow technical instructions, and understand technical drawings, specifications, GD&T, and related quality control documentation and standards.
Experience with standards and/or equivalent quality, military, or government standards in the aerospace industry.
Strong interpersonal skills including effective verbal and written communication.
Flexibility regarding workflow and process.
Excellent organization skills and willingness to work with a team, share expertise, and follow instructions to accomplish established goals.
Desired
Associate degree or higher in quality, engineering, or related technical discipline.
Demonstrated experience applying quality assurance principles, methods, and processes, including inspection techniques, equipment, and tools used in quality control.
Comprehensive understanding of aerospace manufacturing processes, materials, and specifications.
AWS D17.1 welding certification.
Knowledge of cleanliness standards for LOx, He, and RP systems.
Knowledge of AMS 2700 Passivation Standard.
Competency in structures/composites, electrical/avionics, and fluids/propulsion disciplines.
Full capability to read and understand blueprints, drawings, GD&T, and Model‑Based Definitions.
Experience with aerospace quality standards, such as AS9100 or ISO 9001.
A&P License.
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Location : Production and Test Facility, Briggs, TX (north of Cedar Park) Shift : 2nd Shift
Summary Quality Assurance owns the processes and tools by which Firefly identifies, contains, eliminates, and prevents non‑conformances. Quality is charged with defining and maintaining the processes and tools which prove product capabilities meet requirements and result in a predictably economical and reliable product. The Firefly Quality Inspector is responsible for inspection and acceptance of qualification and flight hardware and software products, verifying that all key performance and design characteristics are met prior to launch, and playing a critical role in ensuring mission success.
Responsibilities
Perform inspections on launch vehicle/spacecraft components and sub‑assemblies (mechanical, electrical, electro‑mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic), focused on tubing.
Develop and execute detailed inspection programs that assure adherence to design, specification, and testing requirements, ensuring all actions required for product acceptance are conducted accurately and efficiently.
Document non‑conformances in accordance with prescribed procedures and processes as required.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to investigate and resolve non‑conformance or quality issues, including development and implementation of robust corrective actions to prevent reoccurrences.
Quarantine and process non‑conforming product.
Maintain tool control and calibration processes within assigned work center, including validation of metrology systems.
Participate in technical operations and provide guidance as an additional technical resource.
Initiate and execute plans to improve product quality and inspection efficiency.
Apply 5S workplace organization and follow Lean initiatives.
Support manufacturing compliance to customer and internal specifications to meet contractual and mission requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
2+ years of hands‑on experience in an aerospace, military, or manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated ability to read technical information, follow technical instructions, and understand technical drawings, specifications, GD&T, and related quality control documentation and standards.
Experience with standards and/or equivalent quality, military, or government standards in the aerospace industry.
Strong interpersonal skills including effective verbal and written communication.
Flexibility regarding workflow and process.
Excellent organization skills and willingness to work with a team, share expertise, and follow instructions to accomplish established goals.
Desired
Associate degree or higher in quality, engineering, or related technical discipline.
Demonstrated experience applying quality assurance principles, methods, and processes, including inspection techniques, equipment, and tools used in quality control.
Comprehensive understanding of aerospace manufacturing processes, materials, and specifications.
AWS D17.1 welding certification.
Knowledge of cleanliness standards for LOx, He, and RP systems.
Knowledge of AMS 2700 Passivation Standard.
Competency in structures/composites, electrical/avionics, and fluids/propulsion disciplines.
Full capability to read and understand blueprints, drawings, GD&T, and Model‑Based Definitions.
Experience with aerospace quality standards, such as AS9100 or ISO 9001.
A&P License.
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