Quality Assurance/Receiving Inspector (BT-26145) in Pasadena, California at Bastion Technologies, Inc.

The Quality Assurance/Receiving Inspector will support various projects located in Pasadena, CA as part of the NASA/JPL MASS Subcontract.

The position will perform QA Receiving Inspections on procured, quality‑critical spaceflight hardware entering the Lab. The hardware spans a broad range of items, from consumables such as solder, chemicals, and polymerics to fasteners, connectors, heaters, raw materials, cable assemblies, and electronic components. Inspections will be conducted using a variety of precision tools and equipment, including micrometers, borescopes, height gages, optical comparators, electronic LCR meters, and XRF analyzers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform receiving and source inspections of procured, quality‑critical hardware, including dimensional verification, visual workmanship inspection, and verify that procured materials comply with purchase order requirements, drawings, specifications, standards, and quality clauses.
• Apply established policies, procedures, and engineering best practices to identify, document, and escalate nonconformances.
• Interface with internal customers to understand inspection requirements, clarify acceptance criteria, and communicate inspection results clearly and accurately.
• Ensure proper handling, identification, segregation, and disposition of accepted and rejected materials in accordance with quality procedures.
• Manage multiple concurrent assignments, including inspections, corrective action support, and participation in process‑improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by developing or enhancing inspection methods, processes, and techniques, and assisting with implementation.
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment by demonstrating strong communication, professionalism, and willingness to support team objectives.

REQUIRED:

This position has been posted at multiple levels (must meet minimum level indicated). Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

• This position requires US Citizenship or Permanent Resident status due to the sensitivity of customer related information.
• Must have a High School or equivalent.
• Must have a minimum of 3 years of recent and related work experience.
• Experience with precision measurement tools including calipers, micrometers, height gages, optical instruments, and basic metrology concepts.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret part drawings, specifications, engineering change notices, and quality clauses.
• Ability to communicate well in verbal and written correspondence with multiple job disciplines.
• Experience in a role that requires attention to detail.

DESIRED:

• Experience reviewing Quality Assurance documentation, including verification of material certifications, test data, and full material traceability to purchase‑order requirements.
• Demonstrated capability in writing clear and detailed inspection reports, discrepancy documentation, and nonconformance records.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining accuracy, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills, including supporting peers, sharing knowledge, and contributing to a positive work environment.
• Participation in process‑improvement activities.
• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and experience with inspections involving tight tolerance.
• Experience assessing raw material acceptance criteria including grain direction, hardness, surface finish, coating/plating callouts, and material condition (e.g., annealed, solution‑treated).
• Experience reviewing and validating special‑process certifications such as heat treat, nondestructive testing (NDT), welding, plating, or chemical processing.

WORK LOCATION:

• This position is located onsite and offers a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off; some travel may be required.
• Schedules are subject to change based on the requirements of the position and/or customer needs.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS REQUIRED:

All Bastion employees must be able to pass a national agency check and some positions require clearance and will require an extensive background verification/check process.

DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREENING REQUIRED:

All Bastion employees must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and are required to participate in periodic random drug and alcohol screenings.

STANDARD BASTION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and TEAMS.
• All of Bastion's employees must be team players with strong work ethics and must be culture oriented.
• Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in written form, with internal and external customers.
• Able to follow company programs, processes, procedures, practices, requirements, goals, and objectives.
• Must be organized with good time management skills and must be able to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
• Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.
• Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time) and may require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time).
• Regular attendance in accordance with an established work schedule is critical.

BASTION BENEFITS:

Bastion offers a wide range of benefits for their full-time employees; medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, disability benefits, life insurance, retirement 401k, vacation, sick pay, holidays, flexible work schedules (when available), along with many other options. We also support career advancement through professional training and development.

ABOUT BASTION:

Bastion offers career opportunities with competitive benefits, exciting possibilities for advancement, and an exceptional work environment; the well-being of our employees is a priority, and our flexibility allows our employees a great work life balance. Our culture is based on strong business ethics, integrity, and professionalism. Our team members are known for their initiative and high-quality work. When it comes to our employees, we value, respect, and help them grow in their careers.

WORKPLACE EXCELLENCE:

At Bastion, we are passionate about our people and our safety culture. Individual thoughts, opinions, and perspectives bring value and help us develop solutions for challenging problems, they make us more inventive, and more resilient.

SALARY RANGE:

$57,000 to $87,500 salary dependent on education and experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Bastion participates in e-Verify.

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