Northrop Grumman

U103 Inspector B

Northrop Grumman$70K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent GED; courses in Engineering Drawing, Metrology, Physics, and Mathematics through Trigonometry.
  • Minimum of 2 years experience as an Inspector or related roles in machining, assembly, nondestructive testing, and welding.
  • Familiarity with precision measurement tools like Micrometers and calipers for at least 2 years.
  • Experience with geometric tolerancing and dimensioning in engineering drawings for a minimum of 2 years.
  • Proficiency with handheld inspection tools and surface plate inspection over a span of 2 years.
  • Knowledge of SAP, Job Boss, Epicore, or Microsoft Access for managing inspection data.
  • US citizenship required.

Responsibilities

  • Inspect and test components and assemblies for compliance with specifications as per standard procedures.
  • Setup and utilize measuring equipment; apply analytical evaluation methods as needed.
  • Conduct mechanical and electrical tests on manufactured parts, ensuring quality standards are met.
  • Verify compliance of purchase orders and related documents with established specifications.
  • Ensure inspection tools are calibrated and ready for use before inspections commence.
  • Advise shop personnel on quality-related procedures and mentor lower classified inspectors.

Benefits

  • Union represented position, offering collective bargaining options.
  • Work in a collaborative environment with regular interaction with engineers and government inspectors.
  • Opportunity for professional development through exposure to advanced manufacturing standards.
  • Engagement in a variety of inspection methods and technologies, enhancing skill set.
  • Chance to influence quality assurance processes within a significant manufacturing entity.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Monitor the manufacturing processes and operations and conduct inspections of a broad range of fabrications, subassemblies, assemblies, component parts, purchased material and tooling to assure compliance with customer and NG specifications and standards where procedures and techniques are normally established.

WORKING PROCEDURE:

THE FOLLOWING ARE THE USUAL MAJOR JOB DUTIES BUT THIS DESCRIPTION DOES NOT PRECLUDE THE PERFORMANCE OF OTHER DUTIES BY THE INCUMBENT, NOR THE QUESTION BEING RAISED ON THE PROPER RATE FOR THE ASSIGNMENT.

In addition to the duties of the Inspector "C", performs the following:

1. Inspect and test components, assemblies, tooling, weldments and materials of various geometric configurations and processes as specified and randomly for compliance with established customer and NG specifications and standards where procedures and techniques are normally established. Identify and tag defective parts, material an incorrect processes with appropriate inspection documentation.

2. Setup and use measuring equipment including surface plates, optical tooling and coordinate measuring machines where procedures and techniques are normally established. Apply analytical evaluation methods and calculations involving triangulation, compound angles, etc., as necessary throughout the inspection cycle. Serialize and maintain a log for parts, assemblies, tooling, etc.

3. Perform mechanical and electrical functional acceptance tests on purchased and manufactured parts and material such as Brinell & Rockwell hardness, non-destructive, spring, etc Review and verify that incoming purchase orders, parts, materials and related documentation received are in compliance with established specifications and standards.

4. Verify that inspection instruments such as micrometers, fixture gauges and thread gauges, etc., are within the designated calibration period prior to use.

5. Perform similar or lower classified work as required.

SCOPE, PURPOSE AND FREQUENCY OF CONTACTS:

Manufacturing To inspect and evaluate material and clarify standards - Frequent

Engineering To clarify standards or to evaluate questionable material - Occasional

Resident Government/Inspectors To discuss defective parts/materials and clarify standards - Frequent

Customer Representatives/

Underwriter Inspectors

Purchasing/Vendors To discuss defective materials - Frequent

DIRECTION OF OTHERS:

Advise shop personnel in proper procedures with regard to quality problems. Provide guidance to lower classified inspectors.

DIRECTION RECEIVED:

Receives work assignments from supervisor and accomplishes work assignments essentially on own initiative. May receive assistance and guidance from higher classified inspectors.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:

High school graduate and courses in Engineering Drawing, Metrology, Physics and Mathematics through Trigonometry or the equivalent.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

At least two years experience as an Inspector or the equivalent related experience including machining, assembly, nondestructive testing and welding. Prefer familiarity with the division's products, manufacturing methods and procedures. Must read and understand drawings using the geometric tolerancing and dimensioning system.

This is a Union Represented position.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent GED and courses in Engineering Drawing, Metrology, Physics and Mathematics through Trigonometry or the equivalent.
  • Minimum of 2 years' experience as an Inspector or the equivalent related experience including machining, assembly, nondestructive testing, and welding.
  • Minimum of 2 years experience with products such as Micrometers, calipers, and optical comparator.
  • Minimum of 2 years experience with drawings using the geometric tolerancing and dimensioning system.
  • Minimum of 2 years experience with engineering drawings/blueprints with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
  • Minimum of 2 years experience using various handheld (manual and auto) inspection tools/surface plate inspectors.
  • Experience using SAP, Job Boss, Epicore, or Microsoft access.
  • US citizenship required.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Experience with CMM setup and/or Faro or Romer arm setup and operation using PC-DIMS.
  • Experience verifying chemical and mechanical properties of the materials heat report.


The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

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Learn more about Northrop Grumman
Size
88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
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