Quality - Precision Inspector

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems. 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 provided reliable access to orbit since 2018, becoming one of the most frequently launched rockets in the world. Neutron will be our next rocket on the launch pad, an advanced 13-tonne payload class, reusable rocket to launch the mega constellations of the future. Our space systems business includes our extensive line of satellites and components that have enabled more than 1,700 missions including the James Webb Space Telescope, NASA Psyche Mission, Artemis I, Mars Ingenuity helicopter, and more.  

Join our pioneering team and launch your career to new heights!

NEUTRON

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!

QUALITY - PRECISION INSPECTOR - MID-SHIFT 

Ensure hardware received and produced in the Rocket Lab Long Beach facility conforms to engineering requirements through efficient and effective detection methods. Prevent faulty hardware from progressing in the manufacturing process and support root cause mitigation and elimination of failure modes. 

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:

• Perform complex mechanical inspections for purchased parts, 3D-printed components, CNC-machined items, electro-mechanical components, and propulsion assemblies. 

• Perform all types of precision inspections, including receiving, in process and final assembly inspections. This includes capability to effectively use hand measurement systems and CMM.  
• Thoroughly document non-conformances in accordance with Rocket Lab systems and procedures in our internal ERP, MES and Issue tracking system. 
• Collaborate with engineering and management to improve work instructions and identify critical inspection points in the process. 
• Coordinate with Production personnel to prioritize workload and enable the team to meet key delivery milestones. 
• 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. 

Non-Conforming Product Control 

• Take ownership of the Material Review Board (MRB) process, ensuring all parts are properly identified, and work with engineers to disposition and process hardware. 
• Properly execute the necessary systems transactions, whether is scrap, return to vendor or return to stores. 

Continuous Improvement 

• Identify opportunities of efficiency gains and waste reduction within the production and quality processes. 
• Assist in the identification of failure modes and contribute ideas to eliminate the potential for future failures. 

YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A QUALITY - PRECISION INSPECTOR:

• 5+ years of experience in a quality manufacturing environment. 
• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) experience. 

• Ability to operate a CMM using (PC-Dmis and or Calypso)
• High level of experience using hand measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, feeler gauges, pine gauges, thread gauges, surface roughness measurement, etc. 
• Experience on using measurement instruments like comparators. 

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Working proficiency with DFMEA, PFMEA methodologies and Fault Tree Analysis. 

• Pareto analysis, root cause and corrective action experience. 
• Inspection experience with aerospace propulsion components & assemblies. 
• Experience working with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• 10:00am - 8:30pm Monday – Thursday (4 Days X 10 Hrs.) 
• Domestic and international travel may be required.

The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience