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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 23 days SpaceX's roles stay open a median of 45 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 52% of SpaceX's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at SpaceX
- high 1459 stale, 43 reposted of 2,362 open
- Hiring momentum
- 3062 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from SpaceX's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for SpaceX.
About this role
As a Quality Inspector in Supply Chain Avionics at SpaceX, you will perform visual and dimensional inspections on parts and assemblies at supplier sites and in incoming inspection areas. Your role involves using standard gauges, resolving nonconformance issues, supporting quality management systems, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to drive continuous improvement. You will also be responsible for supporting supplier corrective actions and developing inspection plans.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 3/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of SpaceX as an employer.
What you need
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 2+ years of receiving, precision, or metrological inspection experience
- Ability to lift 30 lbs. unassisted
- Open to working all required shift hours, including overtime, and weekends, as needed
- Willing to travel – up to 10-20%
- Valid driver’s license mandatory
Nice to have
- 1+ years of experience leading a project and/or team
- Experience detecting design, documentation, and drawing flaws
- Experience as an avionics inspector for electro-mechanical components and assemblies such as wire harnesses and PCB/PCBAs
- Experience inspecting composite components and documentation
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications using ASME Y14.5
What you get
- Pay range: Quality Inspector/Level 1: $24.00 - $31.00/hour, Quality Inspector/Level 2: $28.00 - $37.00/hour, Quality Inspector/Level 3: $33.00 - $43.00/hour
- Eligibility for long-term incentives in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
- Potential discretionary bonuses
- Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
- Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Worth weighing
- Frequent travel to suppliers around California required
- No specific mention of advanced technology or modern tools used in inspections
Summarised from SpaceX's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by SpaceX on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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