Stratolaunch accelerates the development of next-generation aerospace and defense technologies through reusable hypersonic flight testing. Our autonomous, air-launched Talon-A vehicles provide access to operationally realistic flight environments at speeds exceeding Mach 5, delivering critical data that helps customers validate system performance and advance technologies toward deployment. Our team brings together expertise in engineering, manufacturing, and flight operations to solve complex challenges and advance capabilities essential to national security.
To help achieve these efforts, Stratolaunch is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector at our facility in Mojave, CA. In this role, the individual operating in this capacity will support all quality aspects of the vehicle manufacturing assembly-line, to include evaluating the quality of Stratolaunch part manufacturing and assembly, with a focus on systems and components dimensional and electrical inspection. You will contribute to the team responsible for inspecting Stratolaunch parts before they are integrated onto the flight vehicle and documenting non-conformances when they arise. You will also participate in corrective or continuous improvement actions with the manufacturing team and contribute ideas to company processes that improve part quality. This role will contribute to Stratolaunch’s Quality Management System, assisting Stratolaunch operations personnel, and instilling a culture where safety and quality are second nature.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform all Quality inspection functions on advanced aerospace vehicles, per specifications
Use quality development knowledge and skills to develop and deploy effective and efficient methods for verifying and accepting processes and parts, including the use of quantitative and qualitative methods
Work with Manufacturing, Engineering, and the Procurement team to evaluate the quality of Stratolaunch and supplier parts
Identify, investigate, and document non-conformances and quality escapes in accordance with the Stratolaunch Quality Management System
Assist in root cause corrective action analysis for non-conformances
Maintain and properly fill out all quality-related documentation
Assist technicians with problem solving on the floor, supporting key manufacturing, assembly, and final inspection processes
Perform audits of systems, processes, products and documentation
Perform acceptance and receiving inspections, as required
Demonstrate honesty, responsibility, integrity and fulfillment of commitments
Perform other duties as assigned by Quality Management
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required Qualifications:
Knowledge of, and experience with aircraft and/or launch quality assurance inspection techniques, quality management systems, and aerospace vehicle assembly
Ability to implement and document quality inspection procedures
Experience with reading, analyzing, or developing work instructions
Excellent written & verbal communication
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work on your own initiative and prioritize tasking to fit within the business goals
Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities
Ability to obtain security clearance at the TS/SCI level
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge and experience in quality management system requirements (such as ISO 9001, AS9100, or IATF 16949)
Experience with non-destructive inspection methods for composites and metallics
Experience with air launch systems or commercial space programs
Experience with government agencies
Active security clearance
Experience with electrical/electronics inspection methods and IPC 620
Experience with various…