Aerospace Production Tech - Quality Inspector (2nd shift)
Date: Dec 3, 2025
Location: Decatur, AL, US, 35601
Company: United Launch Alliance
Requisition ID: 1455
Location: ULA - Decatur
Relocation: No
Travel Requirements: None/Infrequent
At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team.
Thanks for your interest in United Launch Alliance, the world's most experienced and reliable space launch company! Successfully launching more than 155 consecutive missions with 100% mission success doesn't happen by accident. It's a testament to the commitment and dedication of our team of rocket scientists and support employees combined with the systems and processes we use to pull them together. As a ULA employee, you'll have the opportunity to grow in your career while working in a team-oriented culture that combines technology, innovation, ingenuity and a commitment to the extraordinary. Whether you are in college just launching your career, or, have experience and want to come work with the best rocket team in the world, our unshakable unity yields stronger solutions and better results as we carry out our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world. Our team is excited to meet you!
Job Overview & Responsibilities
As an Aerospace Technician - Quality Inspector, you will be performing quality inspection tasks associated with check out and test of ground, airborne and facility systems and equipment during preparation for spacecraft and rocket launch operations for compliance with engineering, quality, and customer specifications and requirements. Tasks include, but not limited to:
- Perform installation, checkout, maintenance repair, refurbish, fabrication, modification, troubleshooting, and repair of airborne, aerospace ground and facilities electrical, electronic, instrumentation and range safety equipment and to calibrate, test, repair, maintain and modify test instruments and gauges utilized in the test, operation and maintenance of products at the launch site.
- Work with space flight hardware and/or ordnance performing receipt, transport, storage, repair, maintenance, calibration, modification and installation.
- Assist engineering in the evaluation of tests and correction of malfunctions; perform test and operational procedures.
- Assist engineering in the analysis of tests and correction of malfunctions; perform test and operational procedures.
- Perform specialized calibration, maintenance, repair and modification of electronic, physical, and/or mechanical measurement instrumentation and equipment.
- Perform checkout, maintenance repair, refurbish, in-place calibration, fabrication, modification, troubleshooting and final servicing of structural, mechanical and fluid systems.
- Must be able to travel, work overtime, and support all shifts as required.
Required Education
High School/GED
Required Years of Experience
Minimum of 4 years of related work experience
Basic Qualifications
- Minimum of 4 years of experience with quality inspections, preferably in an aerospace/industrial environment
- Worked in or with a Quality team following quality policies and procedures
- Understand precision measuring instruments (calipers, scales, gages, levels, etc.) and an understanding of the use of complicated engineering drawings (blueprints)
- Must have the ability to obtain Basic Tech Certs
- Must be willing/able to obtain additional certs as needed to provide inspection support across the factory
- Must be able to follow processes/instructions for various tasks and update work orders and QNs as needed
- Must be able to work from ladders and platforms
- Requires moderate physical effort moving around the plant, confined spaces, and inspections
- Must have basic computer skills (use of internet, Microsoft)
- Must have or be able to obtain certifications in:
- Repair of Surface Defects
- Vacuum Bagging Cert
- Strain Gage/Temp Sensors Install
- Visual Weld Inspect – Unlimited Cert
- Electrical Bonding Cert
- Resistance Weld Inspector Cert
- Cryogenic Safety Cert
- Hand Soldering Cert
- Confined Space Entry Cert
- Laser Safety
- Potting Cert
- Digital UT Thickness Cert
- Fall Protection
- Aerospace E/E Assembly Cert
- Respirator User
- Cork Bonding Cert
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with precisions measurement tools
- Working knowledge of reading and interpreting blueprints
- Proven history of working independently
What makes ULA different?
Because we understand launch success comes through the collective efforts of a team, we seek the best to join us. We value ethics, ingenuity, engagement and professional development for employees at all levels.
We offer our employees competitive pay and benefits including:
- 401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution
- Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees
- Generous paid time off
- Flexible work environments
Additionally, most salaried ULA team members work a "9/80 schedule," meaning they enjoy every other Friday off.
Benefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented hourly positions and are described in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Security Clearance / International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). Therefore, all applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual. See 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) for additional information).
ULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
ULA is a participant in the federal E-Verify Program. Posters in PDF format pertaining to this program can be accessed by clicking on the links identified below. E-Verify Participation poster (English / Spanish) and Right to Work Poster (English / Spanish).
Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires covered employees to follow a post selection notification process. A hired candidate may opt out of this process by notifying the hiring manager in writing at the time the offer is accepted.
Nearest Major Market: Decatur