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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

Under minimal supervision this position is responsible for inspecting a wide variety of parts, 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. Must be familiar with PC-DMIS inspection software. 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 machined parts, 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.
• Sets up and calibrates measuring and test equipment and schedules service and repair of equipment. May prepare, update and maintain calibration computer databases.
• May perform non-destructive test (NDT) on various metallic and non-metallic materials, parts and assemblies using a variety of methods and techniques such as radiography, helium leak testing, and/or ultrasonic testing.
• 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.
• May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
• 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.

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

• Typically requires an associate's degree, trade school certificate, military training, or equivalent in quality inspections or certification by a professional group such as ASQ or AWS, and five or more years of progressive experience in electrical, mechanical, electromechanical or metrology inspection and calibration. May substitute additional experience in lieu of formal education and training.
• Must possess:
  • ability to read and understand complex engineering drawings and specifications, and perform non-routine mathematical computations
  • ability to inspect using Romer Arm, Blue Light Scanner and CMM or some combination in PC-DMIS
  • strong communication skills to effectively interface with employees, managers and vendors
  • ability to interpret highly complex information and independently respond to a variety of highly complex issues
  • ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information
  • strong computer skills
  • ability to work independently or lead in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required
  • Must be able to adapt to various working conditions such as heights, high voltage electricity or radioactive