Senior Quality InspectorActive

The opportunity

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access to space. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of…

What you'll do

  • Inspect precision machined parts, fabricated hardware, purchased components,: and mechanical assemblies against engineering drawings and specifications.

  • Program and operate CMM equipment using PC-DMIS to inspect complex parts and: verify dimensional and GD&T requirements.

  • Perform receiving, in-process, first-article, and final inspections using: CMMs and precision hand measurement equipment.

  • Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and ASME Y14.5 GD&T requirements.

  • Review supplier inspection reports, material and process certifications, and other acceptance documentation.

  • Document inspection results and create accurate issue tickets, nonconformance: reports (NCPs), and supporting records in company quality, ERP, and manufacturing systems.

What they're looking for

  • Work with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and suppliers to resolve: drawing, inspection, and hardware discrepancies.
  • Help define inspection methods, critical inspection points, and work instructions for complex hardware.
  • Plan and schedule inspection work against production priorities, supplier: deliveries, and build needs to keep conforming hardware moving to the floor.
  • Provide flexible hands-on support to production, including hardware: verification, documentation checks, material movement, kitting support, and other priority tasks within training and authorization.