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Quality Control Inspector

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Berthoud, CO
25-35
Mid level
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Berthoud, CO
25-35
Mid level
The Quality Control Inspector ensures high-quality products by performing inspections, operating equipment, and supporting manufacturing processes while maintaining documentation.
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The future of aerospace and defense starts here. 


Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how America and its allies access and apply high-performance propulsion, from hypersonics to solid rocket motors, satellite maneuvering and launch. We design and deliver propulsion and defense systems that solve the most urgent and critical national security demands. 

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 Quality Management, Quality Engineers, and Supplier Quality Engineers.
Responsibilities:

  • Perform electrical, dimensional, and/or visual inspections as appropriate for procured or manufactured parts and subassemblies
  • Operate manual and automated test and inspection equipment
  • Review submitted supplier documentation 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
  • 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 (3+ 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

Desired Experience:

  • Experience operating automated inspection equipment such as comparators, height stands, surface profilometers, CMM, or similar
  • Aerospace industry or machine shop experience
  • ASQ CQI Certification
  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree

Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $25.00 - $35.00 per hour, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. 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 Non-Exempt


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

How To Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the “Apply Now” link at the top of the page. Usra Major will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is closed.

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.
 

Top Skills

Automated Inspection Equipment
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Comparators
Geometric Dimensioning And Tolerancing (Gd&T)
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Ursa Major Berthoud, Colorado, USA Office

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