Senior Quality Inspector

Location: 

San Diego, CA, US, 92127

DRS Daylight Solutions business provides industry-changing photonic engine technology for government and commercial markets, including defense and security, quantum information sciences, life sciences, and industrial process control. As a laser technology pioneer, Daylight Solutions has delivered more mid-IR systems to more applications world-wide than any other company. Daylight laser solutions span the full spectrum from UV to visible to NIR to mid-IR.

 

At DRS Daylight Solutions, you will be eligible for competitive pay, great benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, 9/80 work schedule, and Tuition Assistance. Our Daylight family-oriented culture allows you to receive hands-on training, professional development, career advancement and exposure to the latest and greatest technology, where our motto is "To protect with Light". Come join the family!

 

Job Summary

The Sr. Quality Inspector will be responsible for incoming material inspection. Tracking supplier quality performance, supplier RMA’s, and SCAR’s. This position works directly with suppliers and the quality engineers to determine root and monitors corrective action. Purchased products falling under this role include raw materials, components, and assemblies, both incoming inspection and material received from outside processing steps.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform complex inspection activities, to assess conformance of products to the design as defined by the engineering drawings and/or models 
  • Inspect products, components, subassemblies, and/or systems to ensure conformance to requirements
  • Add organizational value by implementing innovative solutions and best practices involved in all processes of the product realization value stream 
  • Support Quality Engineers with identifying non-conforming conditions that present existing or impending defective conditions at the system or subsystem level of assembly
  • Oversee the preparation of inspection plans and checklists for inspections
  • Aid with data collection and root cause analysis investigations
  • Generate discrepancy notices and initiate Material Review Board actions
  • Perform material movement transactions after completing inspection process
  • Specialize in receiving inspection, in-process inspection, process verification/auditing, final inspection, etc
  • Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
     

Our Ideal Candidate Will Posses

  • Experience implementing auditing AS9100 Quality Management Systems standards
  • Experience with mechanical inspection, optical components or electronic material 
  • Trade School/Associates in mechanical assembly, repairs
  • Experience in reading drawings per ASME 14.5
  • CMM Programing

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED with 5 years' electrical/mechanical inspection experience 
  • In-depth understanding of relevant manufacturing standards (such as J-Std-001/IPC-A-610) or common mechanical techniques (such as geometric dimensioning and tolerance practices)
  • Ability to use various measurement devices (calipers, pin gauges, go/no-go gauges, etc) to verify mechanical part compliance 
  • Experience reading mechanical drawings and able to verify parts dimensions against drawing requirements
  • Experience using a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM), Optical comparator or other complex inspection systems is desired



The expected pay scale for this position is $27.50/hr. - $37/hr. Should the level, location, or scope of the position change during the hiring process, the pay scale may be modified accordingly. When extending an offer of employment, DRS Daylight Solutions considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position; any Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, the candidate’s relevant work experience, education/training, certifications, and key skills; internal equity; and market and business considerations.


 

 

Physical Demands

  • Lifting: Up to 50 lbs. 0-25%
  • Walking: 0-50%
  • Climbing: 0-10%
  • Bending: 0-10%
  • Sitting: 0-50%
  • Standing: 0-25%
  • Stooping: 0-10%
  • Kneeling: 0-10%
  • Travel: 0-10%

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.  #LI-SF1 #INDDAY

 

Our Mission

To build shareholder value through a commitment to high ethical standards and a superior performance culture focused on customers, employees, financial results and corporate citizenship.

Our Vision

To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values

The DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles: 

- Integrity
- Agility
- Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. is committed 
to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.  We are committed to building a workplace where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. At Leonardo DRS, we believe that a diverse and inclusive environment makes us a stronger Company. We embrace different points of view, respect one another in the workplace, and understand that an inclusive environment furthers creativity, innovation, and business performance. 

For additional information on  Leonardo DRS, please visit our website at   www.leonardodrs.com


Nearest Major Market: San Diego