Quality Specialist - Receiving Inspection

Job ID: 6105
Date Posted: February 3, 2026

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a qualified, motivated individual to join our Quality Assurance team.This is an onsite, non-remote position for our North Logan, UT location.

Key Responsibilities:

• Validates purchase orders
• Validates, inspects, and approves the quality of parts, materials, and assemblies based on established acceptance criteria
• Documents inspection results by completing reports and logs
• Performs visual inspections per IPC and NASA standards
• Supports other activities associated with SDL's AS9100D certified management system,including monitoring and measurement of processes and assemblies, root cause analysis and corrective action implementation, and gathering/analyzing pertinent data to help determine and improve process effectiveness

• Bachelor's degree and 1-5 years of QA Receiving and Incoming inspection experience or 5-10 years of experience in lieu of a degree
• Must be both self-motivated and able to work in a team environment
• Ability to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions
• Ability to facilitate and promote use of problem-solving techniques for effective root cause analysis and successful corrective action
• Knowledge of the AS9100 or ISO 9001 Quality Management System Standard
• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or other U.S. person

• 1+ years of knowledge and experience running an XRF

• BS in a physical science, engineering, and/or business operation field
• Experience with software QA techniques or other software experience
• Quality Assurance experience in a research and development environment, aerospace, defense, and/or comparable industry
• IPC/J-STD certifications
• NASA workmanship certifications
• Previously or currently hold a government security clearance

Why Join SDL?
*SDL offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Visit our Benefits Page to learn more about what we offer.

SDL delivers advanced multi-domain solutions to protect national security and enable scientific discovery. Our expertise in satellites, sensors and instruments, ground systems and data processing, and autonomous systems plays a critical role in missions supporting NASA and the Department of Defense. Join our team of engineers, scientists, technicians, and business professionals in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

At SDL, we strive to uphold a culture of respect, collaboration, empowerment, and accountability. We listen with open minds, seek to understand diverse perspectives, and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge, involving others, and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership, act with integrity, and be accountable. Above all, we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners.

The application window for this position is expected to remain open for approximately 14 days; however, it may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly.

For questions, assistance, or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.