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Firefly Aerospace · 6 days ago

Quality Specialist - Vandenberg

Beale Air Force Base, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

2+ years exp

Firefly Aerospace is an end-to-end responsive space company on a mission to enable world-class space operations. The Quality Specialist is responsible for defining inspection processes for qualification and flight hardware, conducting inspections, leading training, and driving process improvements to ensure mission success.

AerospaceAir TransportationSatellite Communication

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Perform inspections on launch vehicle components, sub-assemblies (fluids, avionics, structural), and associated ground support equipment

Develop and execute detailed inspection programs which assure adherence to design, specification, and testing requirements - ensuring that all actions required for product acceptance are conducted accurately and efficiently via training, conducting periodic audits, and utilizing other appropriate methods

Document non-conformances in accordance with prescribed procedures and process as required

Collect, track, and trend integration and test data on first-pass yield and non-conformance issues, performing basic statistical analysis on variable data

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to investigate and resolve non-conformance or quality issues, including root-cause analysis and development and implementation of robust corrective actions to prevent reoccurrences

Quarantine and process non-conforming product and lead containment activities, as necessary

Maintain tool control and calibration processes within assigned work center - including validation of metrology systems

Conduct periodic audits, report results, and drive action items with a cross-functional team

Participate in technical operations and offer guidance and/or serve as an additional technical resource

Conduct test readiness reviews for launch and static fire, engage in range operations, and provide test operation support/inspections (leak checks, closeouts for all systems)

Initiate and execute plans to improve product quality and inspection efficiency

Apply 5S workplace organization & follow the Lean initiatives

Support manufacturing compliance to customer and internal specifications to meet contractual and mission requirements

Frequent travel to Briggs, TX for training and integration/test familiarization

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Quality assurance principlesAerospace manufacturing processesInspection techniquesTechnical drawingsRoot-cause analysisA&P LicenseAS9100ISO 9001Flexibility regarding workflowInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skills

Required

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

2+ years of hands-on experience in an aerospace, military, or manufacturing environment

Demonstrated ability to read technical information, follow technical instructions, and understand: technical drawings, specifications, GD&T, and related quality control documentation and standards

Experience creating processes and defining work instructions

Experience with standards and/or equivalent quality, military, or government standards in the aerospace industry

Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written

Flexibility regarding workflow and process

Excellent organizational skills. Willingness to work with a team, share expertise, and follow instructions to accomplish established goals

Must be able to lift 50 lbs

It's possible that this job will require you to work in confined/restricted spaces

Preferred

Associate degree or higher in quality, engineering, or related technical discipline

Demonstrated experience applying quality assurance principles, methods, and processes - including inspection techniques, equipment, and tools used in quality control

Comprehensive understanding of aerospace manufacturing processes and launch experience

Demonstrated experience utilizing different root-cause analysis methods

Full capability to read and understand blueprints, drawings GD&T, and Model-Based Definitions

Demonstrated experience with application of aerospace quality standards, such as AS9100 or ISO 9001

A&P License

ATF Federal Explosives License (FEL)