Engineering Technician 4, Quality Assurance (R5977)
Core
Perform in-process, final, pre-test, and post-test inspections of XBAT prototype hardware to support ground and flight test readiness.
Role type
Senior IC quality assurance technician (aerospace/defense)
Builds
XBAT prototype aircraft and related hardware
Domain
Defense technology / Aerospace / UAVs
Required skills
hands-on inspection, testing, manufacturing, troubleshooting, reading engineering drawings, measurement equipment usage, documentation, root-cause investigation, nonconformance management
Preferred skills
UAV/flight hardware experience, GD&T, composites, electrical systems, electromechanical assemblies, AS9100 familiarity
Technologies
measurement equipment, engineering drawings, inspection checklists
Responsibilities
Perform in-process, final, pre-test, and post-test inspections of XBAT prototype hardware; Inspect mechanical, electrical, structural, composite, and electromechanical assemblies; Verify hardware configuration, workmanship, dimensions, torque, installation, and traceability; Support ground and flight test readiness by verifying required inspections and documentation; Collect objective evidence such as measurements, photographs, and inspection results; Identify, document, and contain nonconformances; Work directly with Quality, Manufacturing, Test, and Design Engineering to resolve prototype quality issues; Maintain accurate inspection, configuration, and quality records for serialized prototype hardware.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC