Quality Control Inspector II

Boulder/Broomfield, CO

Job #615659

No relocation assistance is available for this position.

Who We Are

Ball Aerospace is a leader in design, development and manufacture of innovative aerospace systems. We produce spacecraft, instruments and sensors, RF and microwave technologies, data exploitation solutions and a variety of advanced aerospace technologies and products that enable exciting missions.

Ball Aerospace is known for its contributions in support of space and Earth science, exploration, national security and intelligence programs. We were also a pioneer in the development of the commercial remote sensing market, producing imaging systems and spacecraft that helped spawn a new market-driven demand for imagery. Our projects offer some of the most difficult and exciting challenges in aerospace. 

We employ approximately 3,000 talented engineers, scientists, technicians and support staff.  And one of the keys to our success is our people. Our employees take great pride in their contributions to better understanding our planet and protecting the nation.  

What You´ll Do

To provide inspection of materials or articles in order to assure compliance to established requirements.

• Inspect incoming or production materials or articles for conformance to engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications; process standards and specifications; and production or process plans.
• Perform incoming test of components. May monitor for conformance to design or test specifications or standards.
• Accept or reject materials or articles; identify and document non-conformance and notify appropriate personnel of potential rejection of items.
• Refer unusual inspection problems to supervision, lead or Project Quality Engineer.
• Establish accept/reject criteria and revision status from blueprints, MIL-specs, screening specs, or process certification training.
• Witness or monitor functional/performance testing at end-item level.
• May obtain and maintain all process and/or NDT certifications required for assigned tasks.
• Troubleshoot inspection problems related to fixtures, software, drawings, paperwork, or processes.
• Prepare and maintain inspection records. May prepare documentation required for end-item shipments.
• Perform analytical investigations and report inspection problems including trend analysis.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Unit / Strategic Support Unit and the Company.  Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

What You'll Need

• High School diploma or equivalent, plus 4 or more years of aerospace inspection experience, or 2 years of technical school. 
• In addition to the typical educational and experience requirements, a demonstrated capability to adequately perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position and exhibit the skills and competencies of the grade level should be considered.  Each higher level degree, i.e. Associate's, may substitute for two years of experience.
• Two years of related experience may be substituted for each year of education.

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency is required.