About the Role

We are looking for a Receiving Inspector with a strong background in electronics and EEE parts to join Apex Space’s Supply Chain organization. This role is onsite at the Apex production facility and plays a critical part in ensuring that inbound flight hardware meets product, quality, and documentation requirements before entering inventory and production.

You will be responsible for inspecting flight electronics hardware, reviewing accompanying documentation, identifying non-conformances, and accurately recording inspection results within our ERP system. This role works closely with Supplier Quality, Materials Management, and Production to support manufacturing readiness and mission success.

**This is for a 2nd shift role with a projected schedule of:

• Monday- Thursday = 2pm - 10:30pm

• Friday = 11am - 7:30pm
  

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect inbound materials, with a primary focus on electronics and EEE components used in flight spacecraft builds

• Perform visual and workmanship inspections on electronic parts and assemblies (e.g., PCBAs, harnesses, connectors, cables)

• Review and verify documentation delivered with hardware (C of C, packing lists, inspection reports, etc.)

• Identify, document, and track non-conformances and discrepancies within the ERP system

• Ensure proper traceability and handling of flight hardware through the receiving process

• Support cycle counts and inventory accuracy as needed

• Develop and continuously improve receiving inspection practices and best practices

• Assist with training or mentoring less experienced inspectors within Receiving Inspection

• Pick, move, and deliver inspected parts into inventory or to production as required

Requirements

• U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data.

• Experience inspecting electronics / EEE parts or assemblies in a manufacturing or aerospace environment

• Exposure to AS9100 and/or ISO9001 quality systems

• Familiarity with electronics workmanship standards such as:

  • IPC-A-610

  • IPC-A-620

• Understanding of GD&T fundamentals

• Experience documenting inspections, discrepancies, and traceability in an ERP or MRP system

• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, standing, pushing, pulling, and material handling

• Willingness to work onsite from 6:00am–3:00pm, with overtime as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with:

  • J-STD-001

  • J-STD-001 with Space Addendum

• Forklift or material handling equipment experience

• Prior experience inspecting flight hardware or hardware used in regulated industries (aerospace, defense, space, medical)

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What We Offer For Full-time Employees:

• Shared upside: Receive equity in Apex, letting you benefit from the work you create