Senior Quality Control Inspector

Location: Irvine, United States of America

Thales people architect solutions that enable two-thirds of planes to take off and land safely. We create in-flight entertainment systems that engross 50 million fliers every year and we develop the avionics that control the world’s largest commercial aircrafts. Our simulators train the next generation of pilots for fighter jets, transporters and search and rescue helicopters. And, together, each and every member of our aerospace team makes a difference.

Sr. Quality Control Inspector

Irvine, CA

Position Summary

Thales is looking for a Senior Quality Control Inspector, whose role involves supporting the IFE Quality Control teams in performing duties related to Material Receiving, Receiving Inspection, and Shipping Inspection. 

In this position, it requires the ability to acquire delegated Manufacturer conformity inspection role.  The fundamental function of this role is to perform tasks that aide the processes established to assure compliance and conformance to requirements.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Perform visual / mechanical inspection of materials in accordance with the design drawings and process them in accordance with procedures.
• Inspect LRUs, parts, components, cable, harnesses, sheet metal, assemblies, subassemblies, plastic parts, mechanical, electromechanical parts, raw materials and shelf life items.  Document rejections and comply with disposition requirements. Review documentation from shipping companies, Suppliers, customers.
• C of Cs, First Article Inspection Reports, Material Certifications, Test Reports, Packing Lists, etc. Comply with the Thales Quality Management System process documents and forms as well as comply with management directions.  MRP (SAP), Configuration Control (TeamCenter), Thales Network.
• Communicate clearly and concisely to various personnel verbally or via the use of tools. Creating reports, emails, virtual communication tools, etc. Conduct trainings and provide guidance, when required. Support Continual Improvement activities.
• Act as an authorized delegate for the Manufacturer, when requested. Comply with delegation activities and requirements.  Maintain the delegation.
• Fully understand the requirements of the standard AS9102 (Aero Space standard for First Article Inspection). Create and/or review and approve FAIRs.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or technical school certificate. Minimum of 4 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment within Quality Control.
• Solid understanding of processes such as ensuring conformance to design, control of nonconforming material, process controls, and continual improvement. Effectively communicate (verbal & written) with cross-functional teams and upper management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Understand how to read design drawings (size tolerance or geometric tolerance).
• Knowledge and ability to use inspection tools (calipers, ruler, micrometer, radius gage, pin gage, etc).
• Ambitious and Accountable with demonstrated attention to details. Use a variety of Quality Control hand inspection tools.
• Perform repetitive motion with wrists, hands and fingers. Accurately complete visual inspections of materials.

Special Position Requirements

• Monday-Friday, day shift hours, may be required to work additional hours outside normal work schedule.  May be eligible for 9/80 work schedule.
• Physical Environment: Enclosed warehouse.
• Travel: 10% (typically traveling to the Orlando Florida facility or Supplier/Customer locations).

If you’re excited about working with Thales, but not meeting the requirements for this position, we encourage you to join our Talent Community!

What We Offer

The anticipated TTC range for this role is $49,297.50 – 65,730.00 USD Annual. The Company reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s status protected by local, state, or federal law.

Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following: 

• Elective Health and Dental plans. 
• Retirement Savings Plan with a company contribution and a match, and without vesting period. 
• Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave. 
• Company provided Life Insurance.

Why Join Us?

Say HI and learn more about working at Thales .

#LI-MR1

#LI-Onsite

Thales champions inclusion and we believe diversity strengthens the fabric of our culture. Thales is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

If you need an accommodation or assistance in order to apply for a position with Thales, please contact us at .

The reference Total Target Compensation(TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is between

This reflects how companies in a similar industry and geographic region generally pay for similar jobs. This range helps the Company make pay decisions as one data point among many. Where a position falls within this range is also dependent on other factors including – but not limited to – the employee’s career path history, competencies, skills and performance, as well as the company’s annual salary budget, the customer’s program requirements, and the company’s internal equity. Thales may offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s status protected by local, state, or federal law.

(For Internal candidate, if you need more information, please reach out to your HR Shared Service, 1st Point) 

Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:
•Elective Health, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Whole Group Life w/LTC, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Plan, Identity Theft, and Pet Insurance

•Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment with a company contribution and a match, and with no vesting period

•Company paid holidays and Paid Time Off

•Company provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program