QA​/QC Inspector

Overview

The Detonator Production-Inspection Operations (DP-6) group at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is seeking qualified applicants to join our team as a QA/QC Inspector to provide support for the Detonator Production Enterprise mission by delivering sound product quality inspection data with integrity, and accountability. The successful candidate will perform moderate to highly complex inspections for various components and assemblies, develop inspection processes and strategies, execute routine quality instructions and safety procedures, and select and use appropriate equipment.

A solid foundation in dimensional inspection within a manufacturing and production environment is key to success. Inspection operations include surface plate equipment, surface finish systems, optical measurement systems, physical properties testing equipment, Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) and other high-accuracy metrology equipment. The selected candidate will support assigned projects and related manufacturing and production activities, and continuously improve associated processes and capabilities.

This position will be filled at either the QA/QC Inspector 2 or QA/QC Inspector 3 level, depending on the candidate’s skills. Additional duties at the higher level may be assigned accordingly. The role is part of LANL’s DP-6 Detonator Production-Inspection Operations group and involves providing quality inspection data and executing inspection activities in line with project plans, specifications, and procedures. The candidate will perform inspections that may require non-routine set-ups and dimension computations, with responsibilities expanded at the QA/QC Inspector 3 level to include more independent and higher-risk operations.

• QA/QC Inspector 2:
  Perform inspection of items and materials against acceptance criteria independently.
• QA/QC Inspector 2:
  Perform basic set-ups, alignments, maintenance, operations, and/or calibration of conventional tools and/or equipment.
• QA/QC Inspector 2:
  Prepare inspection reports, maintain records of inspections, and communicate results.
• QA/QC Inspector 2:
  Evaluate the validity and acceptability of inspection results.
• QA/QC Inspector 2:
  Confirm calibration certificates and metrology work requests meet inspection needs.
• QA/QC Inspector 2:
  Some responsibility for end products.

• QA/QC Inspector 3:
  Monitor operations for adherence to project plans, specifications, and procedures.
• QA/QC Inspector 3:
  Participate in the development of procedures for the assignment area.
• QA/QC Inspector 3:
  May train or guide less-experienced inspectors or technicians.
• QA/QC Inspector 3:
  Knowledge of calibration and NIST traceability of measurement tools and/or equipment.
• QA/QC Inspector 3:
  Foundational understanding of GD&T principles and their application to inspection activities.
• QA/QC Inspector 3:
  Understanding of measurement uncertainty principles and gage repeatability/reproducibility.
• QA/QC Inspector 3:
  Impact of work is usually limited to a well-defined area.

• Experience with metrology and dimensional inspection equipment and operations.
• General experience with basic set-up, alignments, maintenance, operations and/or calibration of conventional tools and/or equipment.
• Knowledge of Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles, theories, and concepts.
• Background in shop mathematics and English-Metric unit conversions including applied trigonometry.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches and specifications.
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing techniques.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact with all levels of personnel and customers.
• Willingness to work with hazardous materials in a shop floor environment.
• Proficiency with basic computer programs (e.g., Adobe Acrobat, MS Office, Outlook).
• Ability to obtain a Q clearance, which normally requires US citizenship.

• Knowledge of manufacturing quality control methods and practices for a single discipline or multiple disciplines.
• Experience in metrology and inspection operations.
• Experienc…