Full-Time

Quality Inspector I/II

Posted on 1/16/2025

Rocket Lab USA

Rocket Lab USA

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides launch services and spacecraft solutions

Robotics & Automation
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$25 - $35Hourly

Mid, Senior

No H1B Sponsorship

Long Beach, CA, USA

US Citizenship Required

Category
Materials & Structures
Research & Development
Aerospace Engineering
Required Skills
GD&T
Requirements
  • 2+ years of experience working in a quality assurance role in a quality mechanical manufacturing environment.
  • Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
  • High school diploma or GED
  • 5+ years of experience working in a quality assurance role in a quality mechanical manufacturing environment (for Quality Inspector II)
  • Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) (for Quality Inspector II)
  • High school diploma or GED (for Quality Inspector II)
Responsibilities
  • Perform complex mechanical inspections for purchased parts, 3D-printed components, CNC-machined items, electro-mechanical components, and propulsion assemblies.
  • Perform all types of precision inspections, including receiving, in process and final assembly inspections. This includes capability to effectively use hand measurement systems and CMM.
  • Thoroughly document non-conformance in accordance with Rocket Lab systems and procedures in our internal ERP, MES and Issue tracking system.
  • Collaborate with engineering and management to improve work instructions and identify critical inspection points in the process.
  • Coordinate with Production personnel to prioritize workload and enable the team to meet key delivery milestones.
  • Embody a Built in Quality philosophy, consistently detecting non-conformance (Don’t accept a Defect – Don’t Pass a Defect) and preventing escapes to downstream customers.
Desired Qualifications
  • High level of experience using hand measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, feeler gauges, pine gauges, thread gauges, surface roughness measurement, microscope etc.
  • Some exposure to CMM using Calypso or PC-DMIS software
  • Experience on using measurement instruments like comparators
  • Inspection experience with aerospace components & assemblies
  • Experience working with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems

Rocket Lab provides comprehensive space solutions, including launch services, spacecraft components, and satellite management. Their main products are the Electron launch vehicle, which is designed for small satellite launches, and the Photon satellite platform, which supports various missions, including those for NASA. The Electron rocket has gained popularity, becoming the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket, successfully delivering over 100 satellites into orbit for various sectors. Rocket Lab differentiates itself by offering a streamlined approach to accessing space, making it more affordable and efficient compared to competitors. The company's goal is to simplify and enhance access to space for both public and private organizations, supporting a wide range of applications from national security to climate monitoring.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$713.3M

Headquarters

Long Beach, California

Founded

2006

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Collaboration with Air Force Research Lab could lead to more defense contracts.
  • Operational efficiency shown by two launches in 24 hours from different hemispheres.
  • Investment by Pier 88 indicates strong investor confidence in Rocket Lab's growth.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from SpaceX as Rocket Lab develops the Neutron rocket.
  • Potential delays in Virginia launch site could impact schedules and revenue.
  • Reliance on New Zealand site poses risks from geopolitical tensions or natural disasters.

What makes Rocket Lab USA unique

  • Rocket Lab's Electron is the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually.
  • Photon platform supports NASA missions to the Moon, Mars, and private Venus missions.
  • Neutron rocket development positions Rocket Lab as a competitor in heavy-lift launches.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Flexible Spending Account

Company Equity

Wellness Program

Phone/Internet Stipend

Childcare Support

Gym Membership

Employee Discounts

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Professional Development Budget

Conference Attendance Budget

Flexible Work Hours

Hybrid Work Options