Northrop Grumman
Inspector 2 (Space Satellite Systems)
Sterling, VA
Jun 13, 2025
$28 - $38 an hour
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Description:
Perform in-process and final inspections on harness and cable assemblies, to include a review of the associated product build documentation. 
Confirm acceptable quality standards and workmanship practices are being utilized in assigned work centers
Practically apply process specifications and use applicable 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  
Perform in-depth reviews of product build documentation for configuration audit to determine if as-built  meets as-designed
Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
• Able to use Microsoft applications and ability to learn new computer programs/applications easily.
• Basic technical writing skills are required
• 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 constantly 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
• Willingness to work 2nd shift activities and occasional overtime or weekend support is required
Preferred qualifications:

• Associate's (2 year) degree
• Have held workmanship certifications at previous employment locations for manufacturing standards (e.g. IPC-A-620, NASA 8739 series, etc.)
• Working knowledge of TIPQA and/or Costpoint database applications
• Previous experience working in ISO-certified company and using Process Specifications or Military Standards to inform inspection or work activities
• Knowledge in how to read schematics and wirelist
• Active workmanship certifications from accreditation/standards companies, such as IPC
Salary Range: $28.00 - $38.00The 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.PDN-9f244f80-d50a-4f47-9c79-d9f353fbec0f
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Inspector 2 (Space Satellite Systems)
Northrop Grumman
Sterling, VA
Jun 13, 2025
$28 - $38 an hour
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