Quality Receiving Inspector

Responsibilities

• Performs dimensional, visual, and workmanship inspections of avionics hardware, including printed circuit boards (PCBs), electronic components, and wire harnesses using established procedures with minimum supervision of a higher inspector or supervisor
• Review all supplied documentation for hardware acceptance per engineering requirements and document, track, and complete discrepancy reports
• Perform review of first articles and conduct receiving inspections of avionics hardware and electronic components
• Inspect PCBs for workmanship, component identification, orientation, solder quality, damage, contamination, and other defects
• Verify electronic components against engineering drawings, bills of material, purchase orders, part numbers, revisions, manufacturer information, and applicable specifications
• Inspect soldering, crimping, conformal coating, staking, surface mounted devices, and through-hole components in accordance with applicable NASA and IPC workmanship standards
• Perform detailed inspections of wire harnesses, connectors, terminals, splices, shielding, labeling, and other associated hardware
• Provide feedback to engineers, buyers, and suppliers with inspection data and identified discrepancies
• Perform basic electrical testing and verification using portable measuring devices and established test equipment
• Generate and perform Verification activities on Non-Conforming Material Reports

Minimum Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in equal or related field in receiving or Avionics inspection of aerospace components
• Ability to read, interpret, and work to blueprints, drawings, and process and design specifications
• Experience doing First Article Inspections and Source Inspections
• Experience inspecting solder, crimping, conformal coating, staking, and surface mounted devices in accordance with NASA 8739 and/or IPC-J-STD-001, IPC-A-610 standards
• Wire harness experience in accordance with NASA-STD-8739.3 and 8739.4 and/or IPC-A-620 standards
• Experience with performing electronic testing and inspection using portable measuring devices
• Perform detailed in-process and final inspections on complex flight hardware, including PCB assemblies, custom harnesses, rack/panel assemblies, and integrated systems

Preferred Skills & Experience

• High School or equivalent diploma
• Must be dedicated to the quality function and possess a drive to enhance the quality of both the product and processes
• Must have computer skills including the use of MS Suite and an ability to be comfortable using ERP / MRP applications
• Experience working with ESD-sensitive components and ESD-controlled environments
• Experience using microscopes or other magnification equipment for detailed PCB and electronic assembly inspection
• Experience interpreting electrical schematics, PCB drawings, assembly drawings, and bills of material
• Familiarity with component traceability, date/lot codes, manufacturer part numbers, and Certificates of Conformance
• Self-motivation and ability to prioritize projects to meet completion dates
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to make independent judgments with limited information
• Communication skills for relaying data (verbally and in-writing) between other employees, vendors, and customers
• Comfortable working in a high-stress environment balancing several projects at any given time, and the flexibility to adjust for abrupt changes in strategic direction

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones
• Physical requirements include frequent and repetitive use of hands; ability to push, pull or lift up to 35 pounds; vision acuity 20/25 (with or without corrective lenses)

Pay Range

California $29—$53 USD

We calibrate level and compensation to the selected candidate's experience and demonstrated capability. We welcome applicants across a range of experience levels to apply.

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary will vary depending on job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, business needs, and market demand. Salary is just one component of our comprehensive compensation package.

Full-time employees also receive company equity, as well as access to a full suite of compelling benefits and perks, including: medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, generous paid time off; up to 20+ days of vacation for exempt staff and up to 10+ days of vacation for non-exempt staff with the ability to cash-out unused vacation annually, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks.

We also take pride in offering exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee & onsite barista, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge, and lunch subsidized as part of Vast's ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees.

U.s. Export Control Compliance Status

The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. This status includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.