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Aircraft Inspector 1/2

Northrop Grumman

Aircraft Inspector 1/2

full-timePosted: Aug 21, 2026Updated: Sep 1, 2026United States-Mississippi-Iuka

Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Inspects aircraft components, parts, and sub-assemblies for operation and conformance to government and/or company standards and specifications. Inspects the adjustments, repairs, or modifications made to aircraft components, sub-assemblies and final product. Will monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures. May communicate directly with customers to ensure customer satisfaction.Work Schedule: B- shift 1900-0530 (Monday - Thursday)Level 1 Basic Qualifications:High School diploma or equivalent required (education will be verified)Demonstrated ability to plan and organize work in order to accomplish multiple assigned tasks while maintaining attention to detail. Provide input to the technical needs and solutions required for the manufacture, inspection of materials and components.Ability to record detailed information accurately and in a timely manner.Must be able to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include: bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working overhead.Must be able to access small, confined spaces and work in an enclosed environment.The ability to pass New Hire Physical/Respiratory Exam.Must be able to work around composites, epoxies, and sealants for long periods of time.Active Government Secret clearance as well as the ability to obtain and maintain Program Special access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs. US citizenship required for clearanceMust pass visual examLevel 2 Basic Qualifications:High School Diploma or equivalent GED required (education will be verified) a minimum of 2 years of relevant mechanical and/or inspection experienceExperience in inspection processes; knowledge and use of inspection and testing instrumentsExperience with common quality systems such as non-conformances, cause/corrective actions.Demonstrated ability to plan and organize work in order to accomplish multiple assigned tasks while maintaining attention to detail. Provide input to the technical needs and solutions required for the manufacture, inspection of materials and components.Ability to record detailed information accurately and in a timely manner.Must be able to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include: bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working overhead.Must be able to access small, confined spaces and work in an enclosed environment.The ability to pass New Hire Physical/Respiratory Exam.Must be able to work around composites, epoxies, and sealants for long periods of time.Active Government Secret clearance as well as the ability to obtain and maintain Program Special access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs. US citizenship required for clearanceMust pass visual examPreferred:Experience in a highly technical aerospace/manufacturing environment.Active DoD Secret ClearanceFamiliarity with the quality processWork experience in manufacturing of composite parts.Related industry experience in either manufacturing or inspection.Proficient in Microsoft OfficePrimary Level Salary Range: $39,800.00 - $66,300.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $47,300.00 - $78,800.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Locations

  • United States-Mississippi-Iuka

Skills Required

  • inspection processesintermediate
  • common quality systems such as non-conformancesintermediate
  • highly technical aerospace/manufacturing environmentintermediate
  • quality processintermediate
  • manufacturing of composite partsintermediate
  • either manufacturingintermediate
  • Microsoft Officeintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent required (education will be verified) (experience)
  • Demonstrated ability to plan and organize work in order to accomplish multiple assigned tasks while maintaining attention to detail. Provide input to the technical needs and solutions required for the manufacture, inspection of materials and components. (experience)
  • Ability to record detailed information accurately and in a timely manner. (experience)
  • Must be able to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include: bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working overhead. (experience)
  • Must be able to access small, confined spaces and work in an enclosed environment. (experience)
  • The ability to pass New Hire Physical/Respiratory Exam. (experience)
  • Must be able to work around composites, epoxies, and sealants for long periods of time. (experience)
  • Active Government Secret clearance as well as the ability to obtain and maintain Program Special access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs. US citizenship required for clearance (experience)
  • Must pass visual exam (experience)
  • High School diploma or equivalent required (education will be verified) (experience)
  • Demonstrated ability to plan and organize work in order to accomplish multiple assigned tasks while maintaining attention to detail. Provide input to the technical needs and solutions required for the manufacture, inspection of materials and components. (experience)
  • Ability to record detailed information accurately and in a timely manner. (experience)
  • Must be able to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include: bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working overhead. (experience)
  • Must be able to access small, confined spaces and work in an enclosed environment. (experience)
  • The ability to pass New Hire Physical/Respiratory Exam. (experience)
  • Must be able to work around composites, epoxies, and sealants for long periods of time. (experience)
  • Active Government Secret clearance as well as the ability to obtain and maintain Program Special access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs. US citizenship required for clearance (experience)
  • Must pass visual exam (experience)
  • High School Diploma or equivalent GED required (education will be verified) a minimum of 2 years of relevant mechanical and/or inspection experience (experience, 2 years)
  • Experience in inspection processes; knowledge and use of inspection and testing instruments (experience)
  • Experience with common quality systems such as non-conformances, cause/corrective actions. (experience)
  • Demonstrated ability to plan and organize work in order to accomplish multiple assigned tasks while maintaining attention to detail. Provide input to the technical needs and solutions required for the manufacture, inspection of materials and components. (experience)
  • Ability to record detailed information accurately and in a timely manner. (experience)
  • Must be able to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include: bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working overhead. (experience)
  • Must be able to access small, confined spaces and work in an enclosed environment. (experience)
  • The ability to pass New Hire Physical/Respiratory Exam. (experience)
  • Must be able to work around composites, epoxies, and sealants for long periods of time. (experience)
  • Active Government Secret clearance as well as the ability to obtain and maintain Program Special access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs. US citizenship required for clearance (experience)
  • Must pass visual exam (experience)
  • High School Diploma or equivalent GED required (education will be verified) a minimum of 2 years of relevant mechanical and/or inspection experience (experience, 2 years)
  • Experience in inspection processes; knowledge and use of inspection and testing instruments (experience)
  • Experience with common quality systems such as non-conformances, cause/corrective actions. (experience)
  • Demonstrated ability to plan and organize work in order to accomplish multiple assigned tasks while maintaining attention to detail. Provide input to the technical needs and solutions required for the manufacture, inspection of materials and components. (experience)
  • Ability to record detailed information accurately and in a timely manner. (experience)
  • Must be able to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include: bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working overhead. (experience)
  • Must be able to access small, confined spaces and work in an enclosed environment. (experience)
  • The ability to pass New Hire Physical/Respiratory Exam. (experience)
  • Must be able to work around composites, epoxies, and sealants for long periods of time. (experience)
  • Active Government Secret clearance as well as the ability to obtain and maintain Program Special access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs. US citizenship required for clearance (experience)
  • Must pass visual exam (experience)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in a highly technical aerospace/manufacturing environment. (experience)
  • Active DoD Secret Clearance (experience)
  • Familiarity with the quality process (experience)
  • Work experience in manufacturing of composite parts. (experience)
  • Related industry experience in either manufacturing or inspection. (experience)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (experience)
  • Experience in a highly technical aerospace/manufacturing environment. (experience)
  • Active DoD Secret Clearance (experience)
  • Familiarity with the quality process (experience)
  • Work experience in manufacturing of composite parts. (experience)
  • Related industry experience in either manufacturing or inspection. (experience)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (experience)

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