Quality Receiving Inspector

Vast · Long Beach, California, United States · Other

Posted 2026-10-15

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Vast is looking for a Receiving Quality Inspector, Avionics, reporting to Senior Manager, Quality, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of human-rated space stations.

This will be a full-time, non-exempt position located in our Long Beach location.

Responsibilities:

Performs dimensional, visual, and workmanship inspections of avionics hardware, including printed circuit boards (PCBs), electronic components, and wire harnesses using established procedures with minimum supervision of a higher inspector or supervisor

Review all supplied documentation for hardware acceptance per engineering requirements and document, track, and complete discrepancy reports

Perform review of first articles and conduct receiving inspections of avionics hardware and electronic components

Inspect PCBs for workmanship, component identification, orientation, solder quality, damage, contamination, and other defects

Verify electronic components against engineering drawings, bills of material, purchase orders, part numbers, revisions, manufacturer information, and applicable specifications

Inspect soldering, crimping, conformal coating, staking, surface mounted devices, and through-hole components in accordance with applicable NASA and IPC workmanship standards

Perform detailed inspections of wire harnesses, connectors, terminals, splices, shielding, labeling, and other associated hardware

Provide feedback to engineers, buyers, and suppliers with inspection data and identified discrepancies

Perform basic electrical testing and verification using portable measuring devices and established test equipment

Generate and perform Verification activities on Non-Conforming Material Reports

Minimum Qualifications:

A minimum of 3 years of experience in equal or related field in receiving or Avionics inspection of aerospace components

Ability to read, interpret, and work to blueprints, drawings, and process and design specifications

Experience doing First Article Inspections and Source Inspections

Experience inspecting solder, crimping, conformal coating, staking, and surface mounted devices in accordance with NASA 8739 and/or IPC-J-STD-001, IPC-A-610 standards

Wire harness experience in accordance with NASA-STD-8739.3 and 8739.4 and/or IPC-A-620 standards

Experience with performing electronic testing and inspection using portable measuring devices

Perform detailed in-process and final inspections on complex flight hardware, including PCB assemblies, custom harnesses, rack/panel assemblies, and integrated systems

Preferred Skills & Experience:

High School or equivalent diploma

Must be dedicated to the quality function and possess a drive to enhance the quality of both the product and processes

Must have computer skills including the use of MS Suite and an ability to be comfortable using ERP / MRP applications

Experience working with ESD-sensitive components and ESD-controlled environments

Experience using microscopes or other magnification equipment for detailed PCB and electronic assembly inspection

Experience interpreting electrical schematics, PCB drawings, assembly drawings, and bills of material

Familiarity with component traceability, date/lot codes, manufacturer part numbers, and Certificates of Conformance

Self-motivation and ability to prioritize projects to meet completion dates

Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Ability to make independent judgments with limited information

Communication skills for relaying data (verbally and in-writing) between other employees, vendors, and customers

Comfortable working in a high-stress environment balancing several projects at any given time, and the flexibility to adjust for abrupt changes in strategic direction

Additional Requirements:

Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones

Physical requirements include frequent and repetitive use of hands; ability to push, pull or lift up to 35 pounds; vision acuity 20/25 (with or without corrective lenses)

Pay Range: California

$29—$53 USD

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