CMM Source Inspector

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Travel to supplier locations, with up to 75% of the time spent domestically, to conduct visual and dimensional inspections.

• Utilize standard gauges to ensure quality standards are maintained.

• Assess feature tolerances with tools that possess the necessary accuracy.

• Execute complex inspections on acquired mechanical parts, components, assemblies, and materials.

• Examine and validate certifications, specifications, and adherence to design and specification requirements.

• Inspect flight hardware in accordance with engineering drawings, purchase orders, industry standards, and SpaceX specifications.

• Confirm that parts comply with SpaceX specifications and standards, documenting any non-conformances at supplier sites.

• Assist in the development of supplier inspection plans.

• Aid in supplier corrective action processes and verify their implementation.

• Provide guidance to both internal and external stakeholders regarding SpaceX requirements and inspection processes.

• Collaborate with teams, lead projects, and promote continuous process improvements both internally and with suppliers.

• Program and configure articulating arms, such as Romer, and CMMs for inspections.

⛳️ Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent certification.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in precision mechanical inspection.

• At least 3 years of experience in CMM programming, CMM operations, or with Faro Arm technology.

• Capability to lift 25 lbs. without assistance.

• Willingness to travel; up to 75% work-week travel may be necessary.

• The position may require overtime, extended hours, weekend work, and occasional overnight travel to suppliers.

• Candidates must reside in Texas.

• Frequent travel to suppliers throughout the United States is required.

• A valid driver's license is mandatory.

• Must meet ITAR requirements: U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee, asylee, or eligible to obtain the necessary authorizations.

• Preferred: Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications using ASME Y14.5/GD&T, along with proficient use of metrology tools and gauges.

• Preferred: Experience in aerospace precision inspection.

• Preferred: Practical knowledge of AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality management systems.

• Preferred: CMM programming experience with PC-DMIS.

• Preferred: Familiarity with Romer Arm and Verisurf.

• Preferred: Basic understanding of electronics inspection and propulsion valve operation.

• Preferred: Skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.

• Preferred: Experience with statistical process control.

🏝️ Benefits

• Long-term incentives including company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards.

• Potential for discretionary bonuses.

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan that allows for the purchase of additional stock at a discounted rate.

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, vision, and dental needs.

• 401(k) retirement savings plan.

• Short- and long-term disability insurance.

• Life insurance coverage.

• Paid parental leave.

• Various discounts and perks.

• 3 weeks of paid vacation.

• 10 or more paid holidays each year.