Posted:
5/26/2026, 5:00:00 PM
Location(s):
Missouri, United States
Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering
Workplace Type:
On-site
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics sector is seeking a Final Assembly Inspector 4 to join our team on Whiteman AFB.
Basic Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent GED required (education will be verified) with 6 years of relevant mechanical and/or inspection experience
Must have an active and maintain a US Government Secret Clearance
Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR)
Experience in inspection processes; knowledge and use of inspection and testing instruments
Experienced in use of technical drawings and following manufacturing work instructions and inspection procedures
Experienced in the use of Microsoft Office Suite of applications
Familiarity with fabrication processes and standards
Must have a good understanding of quality management systems
Experience with common quality systems such as non-conformances, cause/corrective actions
Provide input to the technical needs and solutions required for the manufacture, inspection of materials and components
This position requires the ability to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 35 pounds and working overhead
Ability to work 1st shift, 2nd shift, overtime, and travel on little to short notice
Must be able to work onsite in Whiteman AFB, Missouri
Must pass visual exam
Preferred Qualifications:
MES (Manufacturing Execution System) experience
Experience in a highly technical aerospace/manufacturing environment
General understanding of AS9102
Prior maintenance, inspection, and quality experience in aviation, electronics, or ordinance
Prior experience with avionics, electrical systems, and harness fabrication/repair/installation
Prior Low Observable (L.O.) experience
US Government Top Secret Clearance
Experienced with practices associated with ISO9001 and AS9100 Quality Management Systems
Basic working knowledge and experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Familiarity with 1ERP, Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF), Team Center, and other related maintenance and engineering databases
Knowledgeable in ESD/FOD/Tool Control practices
Website: https://northropgrumman.com/
Headquarter Location: Falls Church, Virginia, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1994
IPO Status: Public
Last Funding Type: Grant
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