
Inspector 2
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Job Description
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.Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a talented Inspector 2 to join our team in San Diego, CA.
What you'll get to do:
The Inspector uses predetermined methods, operations, setups and prescribed specifications to inspect visually and completed products such as electronic units and subsystems, precision electromechanical assemblies or mechanical units, subassemblies, structural flaws, internal defects, and missing welds.
Uses various measuring devices as described in the Assembly Instruction.
Inspector will utilize released build documentation to make good part/bad part decisions.
Inspector will utilize drawings, part list, Assembly Instructions, Standard Shop Practices, dial indicators, micrometers, scales and other tools as defined by the work instruction.
Inspector will utilize SAP (Standards, Applications and Process) daily to interface with production hardware.
Inspector will review packing list and configuration record sheets for accuracy
The ideal candidate must be able to work under a microscope, interpret part lists, lift up to 30 pounds, sit for long periods of time, stand for long periods of time, and must be knowledgeable of using Microsoft Office Suite.
Basic Qualifications for the Inspector 2:
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2 years of relevant experience.
Must be able to work occasional overtime or weekend support as required.
Preferred Qualifications:
J-STD Training or experience.
IPC-A-610/620 Training or experience.
Experience reading engineering drawings.
Torque Training or experience.
Experience working in an ESD (electrostatic discharge) environment.
PPE experience.
SAP experience.
Solumina experience.
Experience with decision making process.
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Job Details
- Category
- Technician
- Employment Type
- Full time
- Location
- San Diego, CA 92154, United States
- Posted
- Jan 13, 2026, 07:00 PM
- Listed
- Jan 15, 2026, 01:33 AM
- Last updated
- Jan 17, 2026, 01:25 AM
- Compensation
- $47,200 - $78,600 per year
About Northrop Grumman
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