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Ursa Major was founded to address a critical shortfall in the U.S. industrial base and bring a new model to aerospace and defense systems: we design and manufacture the world’s leading propulsion systems for space, hypersonic applications, and missile systems.
Our products and technologies require an extraordinary team – a team that will mold tomorrow’s technologies while deploying today’s best. We are an intrinsically motivated team that has a passion for solving problems and empowering each other every day to develop our skills, knowing that there is always room for growth.
The journey to space starts with the engines.
The Quality Control Inspector’s primary focus will be ensuring on-time delivery of high-quality products that meet our customer’s expectations. Supporting the manufacturing and design teams to ensure the parts and materials used in the manufacture of our products meet the specification requirements and aerospace standards.
This role reports to the Inspection Lead with support from manufacturing planning and other Quality roles, such as Manufacturing Quality Engineers, Metrology Engineers, and Supply Quality Engineers.
Responsibilities:
- Perform dimensional, electrical, and/or visual inspections as appropriate for procured items
- Operate manual and automated test and inspection equipment
- Review submitted supplier certifications as required (material and/or special process) for accuracy and completeness
- Perform part and subassembly inspection or testing
- Record legible, complete, and accurate inspection results and other documentation
- Author Discrepancy Reports (DR) as needed
- Support MRB inventory and clearance activities
- Program or assist in programming automated test and inspection equipment
- Assist in calibration and maintenance of inspection equipment and update the calibration recall tracking system
- Other duties as assigned by Quality Management
Required Qualifications:
- High School degree (technical school preferred)
- Quality control/inspection experience in a precision machining or aerospace environment (5+ years)
- Ability to read drawings and standards
- Knowledge of the background and application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
- Skill using standard inspection tools, methods, and reporting requirements
- Previous experience with various types of metrology equipment used in performing dimensional or electrical inspections including their capabilities and limitations
- Experience in a moderate volume and mix manufacturing environment
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $30.00 - $45.00 / hour, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary range for this role is intentionally wide as we are evaluating individuals based on their unique experience and abilities to fit our needs. Most importantly, we are excited to meet you, and see if you are a great fit for our team. What we can’t quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy. Click here for more information about our awesome benefits.
Classification: Full-time Nonexempt.
Benefits Include:
- Unlimited PTO - Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement
- Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Tax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA)
- Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D
- Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport
- EAP Program
- Retirement Savings Plan - Traditional 401(k) and a Roth 401(k)
- Equity Grants in the Company
NOTE: Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary to succeed here to apply for this role.
US CITIZENSHIP, PERMANENT RESIDENCY, REFUGEE OR ASYLUM STATUS IS REQUIRED.
We’re an equal-opportunity employer. You will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
No outside recruiters, please.
Ursa Major Berthoud, Colorado, USA Office
Our one-of-a kind campus co-locates engineering, manufacturing, & testing operations, allowing for unmatched development time and the chance for employees, customers, and investors alike to experience rocket engine testing as a part of the normal work day.
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