Senior Quality Control Inspector

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At CesiumAstro we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites UAVs launch vehicles and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment which allows us to learn develop and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on interactive and autonomous work CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate collaborative energetic and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.

We are looking to add a Senior Quality Control Inspector to our this role you will support manufacturing and quality operations by performing advanced inspections evaluating product conformity and ensuring products consistently meet customer regulatory and organizational quality requirements. The Senior Quality Control Inspector contributes to manufacturing excellence by resolving complex inspection issues identifying process improvement opportunities and supporting consistent application of quality control standards throughout production.

Working cross-functionally with quality manufacturing engineering operations and supply chain this role supports incoming in-process and final inspection activities while ensuring products comply with engineering specifications quality standards customer requirements and regulatory expectations.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform advanced incoming in-process and final product inspections while evaluating complex product characteristics engineering requirements and inspection criteria to ensure product conformity.
• Evaluate product dimensions workmanship materials documentation and inspection results to identify nonconformances determine product acceptability and support timely disposition decisions.
• Support resolution of complex inspection issues by recommending corrective actions and assisting with containment activities that minimize quality risks and production disruptions.
• Maintain inspection records quality documentation nonconformance reports calibration records and quality data in accordance with quality management system requirements.
• Analyze inspection trends defect data and quality metrics to identify recurring issues and recommend improvements that strengthen product quality and manufacturing consistency.
• Support quality reporting by preparing inspection summaries documenting quality concerns and providing inspection data for audits corrective actions and management reviews.
• Partner cross-functionally with quality manufacturing engineering operations and supply chain to resolve inspection issues and support production priorities.
• Communicate inspection findings quality concerns product discrepancies and corrective action recommendations to stakeholders to support informed operational decisions.
• Coordinate inspection activities supporting manufacturing readiness product acceptance first article inspections customer requirements and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Implement quality control process improvements that improve inspection effectiveness product quality and manufacturing consistency.
• Maintain inspection equipment calibration records work areas inspection documentation and controlled records in accordance with established procedures.
• Support development of inspection methods work instructions and standardized inspection practices while mentoring less experienced inspectors on quality control procedures.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree formal occupational training or industry certification in Quality Manufacturing Industrial Technology or a related field required. 57 years of experience in quality control inspection manufacturing production or a related field.
• Advanced knowledge of quality control inspection methodologies and manufacturing quality principles.
• Expertise in engineering drawings GD&T specifications inspection procedures and product acceptance criteria.
• Experience applying advanced inspection techniques nonconformance reporting corrective action processes and controlled documentation practices.
• Knowledge of precision measurement equipment calibration practices inspection planning and quality control processes.
• Understanding of quality management systems product traceability manufacturing quality requirements and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate inspection trends identify quality risks and recommend practical quality improvements.
• Demonstrates sound judgment when evaluating product conformity inspection results manufacturing priorities customer requirements and compliance with quality standards.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint and Teams.
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems e.g. Oracle SAP Microsoft Dynamics NetSuite or equivalent applications.
• Quality management systems (QMS) e.g. ETQ Reliance Arena QMS MasterControl or equivalent applications.
• Inspection and measurement systems e.g. CMM software digital measurement tools or equivalent applications.

CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities a candidates work experience education/training and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health dental vision HSA FSA life disability and retirement plans.

CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard torace color religion sex national origin disability protected Veteran Status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law.

Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.

Required Experience:

Senior IC