Inspector A

Overview:

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit

Job Description Summary:

The Inspector A is responsible for performing inspections and/or audits of purchased parts, materials, equipment and quality control programs. Interprets manufacturing drawings, diagrams, specifications and lists to approve or reject units or systems for in-process or final assemblies. Performs sampling and testing of incoming components and raw materials. Ensures raw materials, in-process, and finished products meet company standards. Determines or assists in determining methods and procedures necessary for inspection.

Job Description:

Duties/Responsibilities

• Performs inspections on a variety of materials, components, assemblies, and systems. Types of inspections include visual, workmanship, dimensional, and electrical.

• Generates and/or revises inspection procedures and associated flows.

• Performs source inspections at off-site facilities.

• Identifies problem areas and bottlenecks and assists in resolution.

• Documents work results and generates inspection reports. Generates procedures to ensure work is performed in a consistent manner.

• Complies with safety and security rules and observes good housekeeping practices.

• Assists and trains lower grade personnel toward achievement of inspection tasks. Includes training of new hires to department and lab policies.

• Accomplishes assignments independent of supervision.

Skills/Abilities

• Knowledgeable in Microsoft applications such as Word and Excel.

• Good time management, planning/organization, and decision-making skills.

• Able to use and interpret engineering drawings, sketches, and work to inspection procedures.

• Able to follow and execute to verbal and written instructions.

Education

• A minimum Associates Degree in engineering or science program, A Bachelor's Degree is strongly preferred.

In Lieu required college degree, a minimum of two years of technical schooling may be satisfied through one of the following.

• High school diploma or its equivalents, plus two years of technical schooling related to engineering or science.

• Quality Inspector Certification (CQI) from the American Society of Quality (ASQ)

• Completion of Military Technical School

Experience

• When education requirements are met, requires a minimum of 5 years’ experience performing tasks related to the inspection of mechanical, electrical and/or electronic components*.

• When education requirements are not met, requires a minimum of 10 years' experience performing tasks related to the inspection of mechanical, electrical and/or electronic components*.

*Typical Components:

• For Electronic Inspection - electronic components, printed wiring boards, circuit card assemblies, wafer die, MCM/MEMs products, harnesses, connectors, or other electro-mechanical assemblies.

• For Mechanical Inspection - mechanical stampings, moldings, castings, threaded components, sheet metal parts, and bearings.

• For Electrical Inspection - electronic components, printed wiring boards, circuit card assemblies, wafer die, MCM/MEMS products, harness, connectors, or other electro-mechanical assemblies.

Additional Job Description:

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Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563

The US base salary range for this full-time position is

$51.66 - $51.66

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Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now

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