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Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc., is a leading defense technology company focused on uncrewed systems, satellite communications, cyber security/warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, training, and combat systems. Our customers include the U.S. federal government, foreign governments, commercial enterprises, and state and local government agencies. At Kratos, we prioritize affordability as a cornerstone of our technology. We leverage proven, cutting-edge methodologies and technology to minimize costs, streamline schedules, and mitigate risks, ensuring timely delivery of cost-effective solutions to market.

Micro Systems Inc. (MSI), a division of Kratos Defense, is renowned for its expertise in developing, delivering, integrating, and supporting high-performance, cost-effective, uncrewed arial systems and self-driving trucks. As a mid-tier defense contractor, we've demonstrated agility and innovation in providing systems to support National Security.

At MSI, we prioritize innovation, collaboration, and growth. Our team collaborates to cultivate a supportive and dynamic workplace, fostering creativity and promoting professional development while honoring personal and family lives. Join our team and help shape the future of autonomous technology within the defense and commercial industry today!

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

Assure the quality of all entrusted products.  Evaluate and determine best practices to improve quality processes while assuring safety, ISO 9001, AS9100 and other required standards are maintained during all operations.  

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Reviews and reads drawings, specifications, and other technical documents to understand quality requirements of manufactured products.
• Inspects product (cables, circuit cards, assemblies, fabricated parts, etc.) manufactured for compliance to industry standards, military specifications, and engineering drawings.
• Utilizes microscopes, test equipment, and standard measuring equipment to perform inspections. May have to work with a microscope for long periods of time.
• Works with Quality Engineers in the disposition of non-conforming material and in identification of defect trends in manufacturing processes.
• Completes documentation of defects through data entry into company software platforms (TipQA experience is a plus).
• Conduct and provide guidance on performing mechanical and electrical inspections
• Construct files for maintenance of quality data
• Conduct and document process audits
• Assist in performing process and procedure analysis
• Assist in implementing self-inspection program
• Perform documentation duties with the use of a computer, maintaining a paperless manufacturing environment
• Must be at assigned worksite during assigned hours 100% of time; less PTO, FML/STD/LTD

Other Job Functions

• Recommend and use standard tools of the inspection trade, including but not limited to: pin gages, calipers, micrometers, meters magnification aids and other measurement devices
• Read, interpret, and make recommended changes to purchase orders, drawings, parts lists, wire lists, and other related engineering documents
• Provide, as needed, training to personnel in process techniques and methodologies
• Work independently with little supervision
• Other duties may be assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:  

• None 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:   

• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards
• Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors
• Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary
• Ability to adhere to workplace rules
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Proficient with PCs

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• HS diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 2 years of experience as an inspector of electronic equipment and/or mechanical parts
• Military/Defense quality environment experience
• A minimum of 2 year experience with ANSI/J-STD-001, IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620 production environments
• Experience working in an ISO 9001, AS9100 and/or other quality standard environment

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Production environment
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding and small hand tools)
• Ability to lift  up to 30 pounds
• 20/20 vision and color vision with or without corrective lenses

THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK BEING PERFORMED BY INDIVIDUALS ASSIGNED TO THIS CLASSIFICATION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE CONSTRUED AS AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED OF PERSONNEL SO CLASSIFIED.

A REVIEW OF THIS CLASSIFICATION HAS EXCLUDED THE MARGINAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASSIFICATION THAT ARE INCIDENTAL TO THE PERFORMANCE OF FUNDAMENTAL JOB JUTIES. ALL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ARE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS AND ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THIS JOB PROFICIENTLY.   THE REQUIREMENTS LISTED IN THIS DOCUMENT ARE THE MINIMUM LEVELS OF KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS OR ABILITIES. 

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