Manufacturing Inspector Level 2 or Level 3

This position will be filled on 1st Shift or 2nd Shift depending on need. Must be willing to work either 1st or 2nd Shift.
This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Perform in-process and final inspections on satellite blankets to include a review of the associated product build documentation.
Confirm acceptable quality standards and workmanship practices in assigned work centers by learning/practicing process specifications and using workmanship standards during everyday job functions.
Identify discrepant conditions and generate nonconformance reports for discrepancies discovered during inspection processes.
Perform audits of work areas to ensure compliance with ISO 9001/AS 9100 procedures

Other duties as assigned

This position can be filled at either a Level 2 or Level 3.
Basic Qualifications for Level 2:

High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience.

No clearance required to start

U.S. citizen
Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
Fluent in use of Microsoft applications and ability to learn new computer programs/applications
Excellent technical writing skills
Strong work ethic and good attitude - it should be evident from output of work that the best possible effort was given
Personal initiative to become engaged in assigned work area without needing to be coached or led to next assignment
Must be able to read engineering documentation and inspect to drawings and parts lists, inspection plans, and supplemental instructions
Position will be either 1st Shift or 2nd Shift and occasional overtime or weekend support is required
Have held workmanship certifications at previous employment locations for manufacturing standards (e.g. IPC-A-620, NASA 8739 series, etc.) within the past 2 years
Previous experience working in ISO-certified company and using Process Specifications or Military Standards to inform inspection or work activities
Basic Qualifications for Level 3:

High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience.

No clearance required to start

U.S. citizen
Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience
Fluent in use of Microsoft applications and ability to learn new computer programs/applications
Excellent technical writing skills
Strong work ethic and good attitude - it should be evident from output of work that the best possible effort was given
Personal initiative to become engaged in assigned work area without needing to be coached or led to next assignment
Must be able to read engineering documentation and inspect to drawings and parts lists, inspection plans, and supplemental instructions
Position will be either 1st Shift or 2nd Shift and occasional overtime or weekend support is required
Have held workmanship certifications at previous employment locations for manufacturing standards (e.g. IPC-A-620, NASA 8739 series, etc.) within the past 2 years
Previous experience working in ISO-certified company and using Process Specifications or Military Standards to inform inspection or work activities
Preferred Qualifications:

Fluent in use of TIPQA, Costpoint, or other database applications
Active workmanship certifications from accreditation/standards companies, such as IPC
Associates (2 year) degree from accredited institution
Experience inspecting aviation or space blankets
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https://www.northropgrumman.com/space
Northrop Grumman's Space Sector is seeking a Manufacturing Inspector - Level 2 or Level 3 to join our team in Gilbert, AZ. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.

This position will be filled on 1st Shift or 2nd Shift depending on need. Must be willing to work either 1st or 2nd Shift.
This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Perform in-process and final inspections on satellite blankets to include a review of the associated product build documentation.
Confirm acceptable quality standards and workmanship practices in assigned work centers by learning/practicing process specifications and using workmanship standards during everyday job functions.
Identify discrepant conditions and generate nonconformance reports for discrepancies discovered during inspection processes.
Perform audits of work areas to ensure compliance with ISO 9001/AS 9100 procedures

Other duties as assigned

This position can be filled at either a Level 2 or Level 3.
Basic Qualifications for Level 2:

High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience.

No clearance required to start

U.S. citizen
Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
Fluent in use of Microsoft applications and ability to learn new computer programs/applications
Excellent technical writing skills
Strong work ethic and good attitude - it should be evident from output of work that the best possible effort was given
Personal initiative to become engaged in assigned work area without needing to be coached or led to next assignment
Must be able to read engineering documentation and inspect to drawings and parts lists, inspection plans, and supplemental instructions
Position will be either 1st Shift or 2nd Shift and occasional overtime or weekend support is required
Have held workmanship certifications at previous employment locations for manufacturing standards (e.g. IPC-A-620, NASA 8739 series, etc.) within the past 2 years
Previous experience working in ISO-certified company and using Process Specifications or Military Standards to inform inspection or work activities
Basic Qualifications for Level 3:

High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience.

No clearance required to start

U.S. citizen
Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience
Fluent in use of Microsoft applications and ability to learn new computer programs/applications
Excellent technical writing skills
Strong work ethic and good attitude - it should be evident from output of work that the best possible effort was given
Personal initiative to become engaged in assigned work area without needing to be coached or led to next assignment
Must be able to read engineering documentation and inspect to drawings and parts lists, inspection plans, and supplemental instructions
Position will be either 1st Shift or 2nd Shift and occasional overtime or weekend support is required
Have held workmanship certifications at previous employment locations for manufacturing standards (e.g. IPC-A-620, NASA 8739 series, etc.) within the past 2 years
Previous experience working in ISO-certified company and using Process Specifications or Military Standards to inform inspection or work activities
Preferred Qualifications:

Fluent in use of TIPQA, Costpoint, or other database applications
Active workmanship certifications from accreditation/standards companies, such as IPC
Associates (2 year) degree from accredited institution
Experience inspecting aviation or space blankets
Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:
https://www.northropgrumman.com/space
Primary Level Salary Range: $52,700.00 - $87,900.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $62,700.00 - $104,500.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.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.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Client-provided location(s): Chandler, AZ

Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10225202

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-03-08T19:51:17