Quality Inspector V

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) is a supplier of advanced electromagnetic systems, related power equipment and other high technology products for a variety of government and commercial applications. These include products such as the design and fabrication of linear motors, superconducting and conventional rotating motors, power inverters, high-energy capacitors, radiation monitoring systems, high-voltage direct current power distribution systems, and numerous other products.

Under minimal supervision this position is responsible for inspecting a wide variety of Optical, Electrical and mechanical components and  assemblies, tooling fixtures and material to ensure compliance with customer requirements, company specifications and quality requirements. Sets up, operates, inspects, tests, and adjusts new and reworked tools, dies, gauges, jigs and fixtures for conformance to engineering drawings and specifications. Maintains, processes, and compiles a variety of confidential and sensitive electronic and hard copy reports, records and statistics. Assignments are typically non-routine where judgment and assessment are required to resolve highly complex issues. May conduct inspections at customer or vendor sites.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspects Optical, machined and electrical components, assemblies and materials to ensure compliance with appropriate regulatory guidelines (Military Standards, ASTM and ANSI, and ASME Code). Provides various electronic and hard copy reports of inspections and notifies appropriate parties including project engineers.
• Proficient with using inspection tooling such as calipers gage pins, optical comparator, CMM.
• Maintains calibrated tools/test equipment and schedules service and repair of equipment. Prepares, updates and maintains calibration computer databases.
• Performs and documents receiving inspection for materials and components. Maintains a computer database with supporting Objective Quality Evidence (OQE).
• Develops appropriate documentation of findings and implemented solutions and communicates results to staff.
• With limited direction, this position is responsible for supporting the quality process of Optical systems and Optical Space Payloads to ensure they meet the mission requirements.
• Interfaces and collaborates with other disciplines (Electrical, Mechanical, Systems) to ensure processes and priorities are aligned with requirements.
• Initiates nonconformance reports or Quality Notifications.
• Performs First Article Inspections IAW AS9100/9102.
• May observe testing and provide oversight, as necessary, to verify compliance with requirements.
• May interact with and provide responses to regulatory agencies and customers during their audits and review of company inspection and calibration activities.
• Verifies quality in accordance standards, processes, procedures and contractual requirements. 
• May coordinate the procurement of standard materials, services and parts for inspections.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Perform additional duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.