Senior Receiving Inspector

SENIOR RECEIVING INSPECTOR

Summary:

The Receiving Inspector Senior supports the inspection of incoming piece parts and assemblies including machined parts and EEE (Electronic, Electrical or Electro-mechanical) components to ensure requirements and quality standards have been met or exceeded. The role plays critical part in verifying hardware used in satellite systems and ensuring traceability, compliance and aerospace-grade quality. This position will require working 2nd shift, 5 days on-site in El Segundo, CA!

Typical Duties and Responsibilities:

· Read and interpret engineering drawings, models, and specifications; perform inspections using precision tools such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, Romer arm, coordinate measuring machine (CMM) and others as appropriate.

· Conduct visual and functional inspection of incoming hardware, assemblies, and devices.

· Verify supplier documentation including Certificates of Conformance (CoC), material certifications, packing slips, and First Article Inspection (FAI) reports for compliance to purchase order and drawing requirements.

· Ensure traceability and lot control by ensuring alignment between part markings, supplier documentation, and ERP records

· Perform inspection under magnification of Printed Circuit Boards and electronic assemblies per IPA-A-610, J-STD-001, and NASA workmanship standards.

· Generate discrepancy reports for nonconformances, suspect or identified counterfeit parts; support counterfeit part mitigation per AS5553/AS6174 guidelines.

· Ensure material and component traceability, including serial/lot number verification and documentation of configuration control.

· Support internal and external audits by providing inspection records, traceability data, and nonconformance documentation.

• Process material in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software

· Interface with internal and external stakeholders to resolve nonconformances and support root cause and corrective actions

• Work in controlled environments, including cleanroom or ESD-sensitive areas, and follow FOD and contamination prevention protocols

· Recommend and support quality and process improvement projects to increase efficiency, consistency, and compliance with aerospace standards

• Meets necessary certification as required

· Performs incidental related duties as assigned or required

Minimum Qualifications

· Experience with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and associated inspection tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, height gauges)

· Hands-on experience with quality assurance inspection and ERP systems

· Ability to interpret engineering drawings, aerospace certifications, and test reports

· Familiarity with AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality system requirements

· AS9102 First Article Inspection experience

· Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills

· Results-oriented mindset with the ability to drive tasks to completion

· Effective communication and interpersonal skills

· Ability to work collaboratively across disciplines and departments

· High attention to detail in a fast-paced environment

· High school diploma or equivalent required

Preferred Qualifications

· GD&T ASME Y14.5 training or certification

· Certifications in IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, or NASA-STD-8739 standards

· Experience with Romer/Faro Arm or CMM systems

· Training or certification in counterfeit part detection (e.g., AS5553)

COMPENSATION:

$29.42/hour to $47.09/hour