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If you want to be part of this amazing mission and enjoy working in a great team environment, we would love to have you as part of our team that is making history, today. It takes big ideas and determination to take NASA's vision and make it reality. That's what we do every day.\nThe COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing, and launch operations at NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida. These tasks will support the International Space Station, Ground Systems Development and Operations, and the Space Launch System, Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle, and Launch Services programs.\nResponsibilities\nThe Quality Engineering Inspector will provide advanced technical Quality Inspection support for S&MA activities under the COMET contract. This includes performing detailed inspections and evaluations of flight hardware, ground support equipment (GSE), receiving inspection operations, and manufacturing processes. The role requires independently conducting non-routine and complex inspection assignments, such as closeouts, modifications, testing, and calibrations of flight support systems. The technician must apply an advanced understanding of quality systems, technical documentation, and precision measurement methods to ensure compliance with NASA, program, and contractual requirements. Additionally, the position supports inspections across a wide range of processing areas, develops innovative solutions to technical issues, mentors lower-level inspectors, contributes to procedural and quality documentation, and clearly presents inspection results and technical findings to management.\nQualifications\nHigh School Diploma or equivalent, technical training in the applicable area of expertise, and required certifications and 18 years of related experience and technical training and certification as required across all areas of industry accepted disciplines for the technical support to aerospace systems and equipment.\nMust have a valid US Driver's License. \nPreferred:\n Candidates that possess advanced knowledge of quality systems, inspection processes, and technical documentation across multiple disciplines. Proficiency in Solumina, Maximo, and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint) is prefered, along with expert-level capability in using precision measurement tools. The role demands the ability to independently perform complex inspection assignments, interpret engineering drawings and specifications, troubleshoot quality issues, and communicate technical findings effectively to stakeholders and management.\nPhysical Requirement\nMay be required to climb stairs to access equipment for trouble shooting. \nWill be required to wear hearing protection, eye protection, and other associated personal protective equipment. \nPosition may involve extended periods of sitting or standing. \nPhysical requirements are sitting, walking, standing, extensive use of stairs, and access to remote structures. \nPosition is located on a hazardous testing facility; must be able to quickly evacuate buildings in the event of an emergency. \nWork Environment\n May be required to work inside and outside throughout the test complex. \nPosition may require individual to travel daily to different areas on site. \nWalking on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, and dirt/sand, may be required to access various locations on the facility. \nClimbing ladders and platforms may be necessary. \nAll work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and company safety standards. \nEquipment and Machines\nComputers and printers used for producing reports and schedules. \nVariety of equipment used in testing. \nAttendance\nFulltime work hours. \nPosition may require occasional overtime, including weekend work, depending on task. \nMust be dependable and punctual. \n Shift work may be required. \nOther Essential Function\n Must be able to accurately communicate ideas in writing and verbal communication. \n Must be able to travel to support position requirements. This may include travel to and from customer location, which may involve airline travel. \nIn some cases, accommodation can be made for POV, if necessary. \nGrooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others. \nMust comply with all “drug free workplace” requirements as mandated by directives issued by the appropriate federal contracting officer and the company, which requires drug testing for use of illegal drugs by employees in sensitive positions. \n Government security clearance may be required in the future. \nMust maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relations with customers, clients, coworkers, and management. \nAccess to Kennedy Space Center Amenities\nWhile doing your part to help further space exploration at Kennedy Space Center, you can enjoy many onsite amenities, such as:\n Child Development Center \n Discounted tickets to local attractions and theme parks \nCredit Union \nFitness Center \nBarbershop \nNASA Exchanges \nFlexible Schedule and Telework\nAt Amentum, we value your time and commitment. Here at Kennedy Space Center, we offer partial telework options and flexible work schedules for many of our positions. The ability to utilize a flex schedule or telework will depend on your department’s demands and needs.\nService Contract Act (SCA) Compensation & Benefits:\nThis is an hourly, overtime-eligible position that falls under the Service Contract Act (SCA). In accordance with the Health and Welfare provisions of the SCA, and in addition to your base hourly rate, you may be eligible to receive an additional health and welfare payment for each hour you work to ensure compliance with the minimums set forth by the act. The amount you are entitled to receive will vary depending upon the fringe benefits you select now and in the future.\nCompensation Details:\nSalary starts at $85,000. Final pay will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications.The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.\nBenefits Overview:\nOur health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:\nHealth, dental, and vision insurance\n\nPaid time off and holidays\n\nRetirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)\n\nEducational reimbursement\n\nParental leave\n\nEmployee stock purchase plan\n\nTax-saving options\n\nDisability and life insurance\n\nPet insurance\n\nNote: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.\nOriginal Posting:\n11/12/2026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.\nAmentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. 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