Position Summary

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including afterspanet support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow. Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Parker Meggitt, a recent addition to Parker Hannifin, is a global leader in the Commercial and Military Aerospace spanets, specializing in a wide range of products including fire and smoke detection systems, extinguishing systems, bleed air overheat detection systems, actuators, rudder pedal assemblies, pumps, fuel gauging systems, and high-temperature cables. Located in Simi Valley, CA, this site is within the Fire Safety & Power Systems Division (FSPSD) and is a key supplier in select energy spanets, particularly in nuclear gas analyzers and nuclear containment vessel penetration cables. We work directly with some of the largest aerospace companies in the world, including Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, and Lockheed Martin, among others.

Quality Inspector 2 (FAA Safety Sensitive)

Position Summary:

With minimum supervision, performs required measurements and data collection of all purchased and final Materials requiring inspection. Communicates nonconforming results to OECO Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality Assurance. Assists with First Article inspections, assists with Customer Source Inspection, and when applicable, will be certified as Designated Quality Representative for applicable customers.  Additional FAA screening may be required. If hired into the position Technician will be performing, ready to perform, or eligible to perform safety-sensitive work and therefore will be part of the OECO LLC Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. The Program includes random, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident testing.

Responsibilities: 

• Confirms information on accompanying paperwork
• Set up and perform complex measurements (electrical and mechanical) to verify that materials meet all parameters as called out by the latest inspection characteristics.
• Inspect parts for conformance with detail drawings, assembly drawings, military standards and general standards of workmanship.
• Performs visual inspections of soldered connections, of machined, coated, and plated surfaces, and other parts for nicks, scratches, or other general damage. 
• Interpret drawings, specifications, and purchasing requirements.
• Segregate and report non-conforming material using a Quality Notification (QN) process.
• Provide OECO Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality Assurance with measurement results and data to aid in disposition of discrepant material.
• Maintain accurate files, records and logs.
• Supports and participates in internal and customer audits.
•    Train other inspectors as directed. 

Qualifications:

• Hand measuring tools - micrometers, calipers, gauges (height/thread/depth/pin), rulers, optical comparator, surface plate with related accessories including V-block, angles, parallels, squares, clamps, etc.; weights and scales; microscope, various special inspection tools and fixtures, coordinate measuring machine, profilometer 
• Test equipment - curve tracer, video bridge and multimeters
• Office equipment - calculator, copy machine, computer terminals, printers, scanners, fax machines
• Must have knowledge of assembly drawings, parts lists, revisions, workmanship standards, standard inspection procedures, work instructions, and wiring diagrams.
• General Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and CMM experience a plus.
• Must be able to communicate verbally in person and in writing to individuals and/or groups.
• Must have the ability to communicate with a variety of personality types and levels of the organization.
• Must be able to lift 25-50 pounds several times per day.

Education: Requires a High School diploma or GED.  A Certified Quality Technician (CRT) certificate or other certificates from a recognized organization is a plus.  Strong math skills required.  Blueprint reading and GD&T classes recommended.

Experience: A minimum three to five (3-5) years of inspection experience or other quality related fields is required.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package. 

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive benefits designed with health, wealth and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:

Benefit & Retirement Plans 

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost. 
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100 of the first 5 of pay
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3 of pay
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

Drug-Free Workplace In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.  Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/VEVRAA Federal Contractor If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeocselfprintposter.pdf and http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeocginasupplement.pdf (06/20/2006) (C/O July 2015).

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.