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Sierra Nevada Corporation

Global aerospace and defense contractor

Quality Control Inspector 2 - Mission Solutions and Technologies

Inspection & TestConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeSparks, NV, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
  • At least 1 year of experience in Quality Control or a related field is required; a higher-level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
  • Experience in mechanical inspection with proficiency using basic hand measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and thread gauges is required.
  • Proficiency in quality control principles and inspection techniques is required.
  • Ability to understand and interpret technical schematics and drawings is required.
  • Experience with finished-goods and in-process inspections is required.
  • Basic understanding of material flow in operations is required.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision is required.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office and material management systems in a manufacturing environment is required.
  • Working knowledge of ISO 9000 and AS 9100 standards is required.
  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds regularly, stand for extended periods, handle small parts, use inspection tools, and work in a noisy environment is required.
  • Applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents of the United States, protected individuals under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State or Department of Commerce authorizations.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct detailed inspections of incoming parts, in-process production, and final products.
  • Document and record inspection results, including complex observations and recommendations.
  • Identify and document structural flaws, internal defects, and missing welds.
  • Provide guidance and support to junior inspectors.
  • Coordinate with production teams to address quality issues and recommend improvements.
  • Participate in root cause analysis for defects and implement corrective actions.
  • Use advanced inspection tools and techniques to verify product conformity.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and company procedures.
  • Assist in developing quality control documentation and training materials.
  • Occasional travel may be required.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in the aerospace or defense industry.
  • Ability to obtain IPC 610 and IPC 620 certifications.
  • Ability to draft work instructions and standard operating procedures.
  • Ability to interpret geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance may be required.

About the Company

Sierra Nevada Corporation

Global aerospace and defense contractor

Sierra Nevada Corporation is a private, global aerospace and national security company serving the U.S. government and other customers with complex engineering projects. Its products include the Dream Chaser spaceplane, a reusable, runway-landing spacecraft developed after SpaceDev’s 2008 acquisition to carry cargo and later crew to low-Earth orbit under NASA contracts. The company differentiates itself through a long-term, acquisition-driven growth strategy, steady execution, and private ownership by the Ozmen family, with the Sierra Space spin-off in 2021 focusing on spaceflight and commercial ventures. Its goal is to solve tough engineering challenges for customers and become a leading partner in defense and space exploration.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Sparks, NV
Founded
1963

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