AST SpaceMobile
Quality Inspector II, 2nd Shift, Site 2
Midland, Texas, United States · Mid
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About the role
- Verify compliance to engineering drawings, 3D models, specifications, manufacturing travelers, work instructions, and inspection plans.
- Inspect composite layups, cured components, bonded joints, inserts, fastener installations, and structural assemblies for dimensional and visual conformance.
- Conduct receiving, in-process, First Article Inspection (FAI), and final acceptance inspections.
Responsibilities
- Perform detailed in-process inspections of composite structures, bonded assemblies, satellite hardware, avionics components, and mechanical integrations.
- Identify, document, and process nonconforming material reports (NCMRs) and quality discrepancies.
- Support root cause investigations and corrective action activities related to product nonconformances.
- Perform inspections in accordance with AS9100 quality requirements and company procedures.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers, Quality Engineers, Integration Technicians, and Production teams to resolve quality issues.
- Maintain accurate records and inspection documentation within electronic and manual quality systems.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on product quality, process efficiency, and defect prevention
Requirements
- Minimum 4 years of quality inspection experience in aerospace, composites manufacturing, aviation, defense, satellite integration, spacecraft manufacturing, or a related high-reliability industry.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
- Experience inspecting composite and mechanical assemblies.
- Strong understanding of inspection methodologies and nonconformance reporting processes.
- Proficiency with precision measurement and inspection equipment.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Nice to have
- 5+ years of aerospace quality inspection experience.
- Experience with aerospace composites, carbon fiber structures, bonded assemblies, and structural integration.
- Experience supporting satellite, spacecraft, aircraft, or defense manufacturing programs.
- Knowledge of AS9100 quality management systems.
- Familiarity with IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, or avionics inspection standards.
- Experience performing First Article Inspections per AS9102.
- Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Aviation Maintenance, or related technical discipline.
Skills
- Aerospace Manufacturing
- Composite Structures Inspection
- Aircraft Assembly & Structures
- Satellite/Spacecraft Integration
- Avionics Manufacturing
- Defense Manufacturing
- Helicopter or Fixed-Wing Aircraft Production
- FAA Repair Stations
- Military Aviation Maintenance
- Carbon Fiber and Advanced Materials Inspection
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Compensation
- Flexibility: Night and weekend shifts may be available with shift differential pay depending on business needs.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
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