MBDA Inc. is currently seeking a Quality Inspector. This is a great opportunity for a high-performing individual to join MBDA’s Huntsville, Alabama, Team! 

SUMMARY

The QA Inspector holds a critical role for the production program. Responsibilities of the QA Inspector include the performance of precision inspections on parts and finished products, determination of methods, sequences, and procedures for inspection, adherence to specifications and quality systems, as well as other duties to satisfactorily meet customer requirements. The QA Inspector reports to the Manager of Mission & Quality Assurance.

This position is Monday through Thursday 4:00 pm to 2:30 am (10 hour shift with a 30 minute meal break x 4 times per week). 

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform Incoming Inspections on hardware & material; perform In-Process and Final Acceptance inspections on MBDA-produced mechanical, electrical and electro-mechanical assemblies/sub-assemblies intended for use by US military;
• Receive & understand information provided in the form of Engineering Dwgs, Spec sheets, Parts Lists, Engineering Change Orders, Quality Inspection Plans, Procedures, and Work Instructions;
• Generate Reports as needed (records of Inspections performed, non-conformance reports, problem reports, etc.);
• Use on-line ERP system(s) to document inspection activities and accept/reject hardware/material;
• Tracking and maintaining non-conformance on the floor. 
• Perform work in accordance with (IAW) company Quality Plans, Procedures and Work Instructions;
• Perform FAIs/delta-FAIs IAW Company procedures and/or AS9102;
• Support product sell-off to customer/government;
• Participate in Continuous Improvement activities;
• Act ethically at all times, respect others, foster teamwork environment

EXPERIENCE

High school or GED. Minimum of 3 to 4 years’ experience working in a Quality department or environment, preferably within a DoD environment. Must have knowledge of how to efficiently use micrometers, height gages, gage blocks, radius gages, and calipers etc. to accomplish verification of conformance to technical data is required. The ability to communicate with peers and management effectively and generate necessary reports is essential.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of a High school diploma (GED acceptable) with emphasis on Mathematics. One to five years of experience or vocational training and four years of experience.
• Use of hand-held inspection tools (micrometers, calipers, etc.) to consistently perform accurate measurements;
• Use of standard suite of inspection tools (gage blocks/pins, thread gages, height gages, surface plate, calipers, etc.);
• Experience performing Incoming, In-process and Final Inspections in a manufacturing facility executing DoD production Contracts;
• General computer literacy/ability to use on-line applications/software to record Inspection results;
• Experience generating inspection and non-conformance reports, ability to read/understand ENG Drawings (ANSI/ASME Y14.100-2013/ASME Y14.5-2009 formats) and written directions/instructions;
• Experience in and/or understanding of ANSI/ASQ Z1.4 & Z1.9 ‘Sampling Standards For Quality Control’ is a plus;
• First Article Inspection (FAI) experience a plus;
• Experience working in an AS9100/ISO9100 certified facility a plus;
• Participation in Configuration Change Boards (CCBs) a plus, MRB/FRB (Material Review Board/Failure Review Board) experience a plus.
• Product and parts lifting requirements (up to 25 pounds, sometimes repetitively)
• Successful completion of On-The-Job Training within 90 days of being hired;
• Ability to gain a U.S. security clearance

SUMMARY

MBDA Incorporated’s mission is to design, develop and deliver missile and munition systems for the US DoD. We are seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector (“QA Inspector”) to join our team in Huntsville, AL. The QA Inspector holds a critical role for the production program. Responsibilities of the QA Inspector include the performance of precision inspections on parts and finished products, determination of methods, sequences, and procedures for inspection, adherence to specifications and quality systems, as well as other duties to satisfactorily meet customer requirements. The QA Inspector reports to the Manager of Mission & Quality Assurance.

ABOUT MBDA

MBDA Group is a world leading missile systems company offering a comprehensive product range incorporating today’s most advanced technology with a large industrial and technological base in the UK, France, Italy, Germany, and locally within the United States.

MBDA Incorporated is the US arm of MBDA Group and was founded in 1986. Headquarters are in Arlington, Virginia, with missile systems engineering and manufacturing operations in Huntsville, Alabama.

People are our greatest asset and MBDA upholds values of Innovation, Commitment, Integrity, Passion, and Team Spirit to promote a positive work environment for employees and the customers we support.

MBDA Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other protected class.