Hardware Quality Engineering Specialist

Kepler is on an audacious mission to deliver Internet connectivity to space, creating the infrastructure to support the rapidly increasing data needs of the space economy. With 23 satellites launched to date and our optical constellation on the horizon, our ambition is to improve access to space-generated data, whether in LEO, MEO, GEO, or beyond! Kepler is hard at work innovating and continuing to grow and expand our most important asset – the Team!

We are seeking a highly detail oriented and collaborative Hardware Quality Engineering Specialist to join our Quality Engineering department. As Hardware Quality Engineering Specialist, you will grow and be responsible for all aspects of quality management throughout the satellite and subsystems development life cycle.

You will play a vital role in ensuring the development and manufacturing of our satellites runs as smoothly as possible, facilitating process improvements, managing non-conformances, managing supplier quality & incoming inspections, identifying and mitigating risks, all whilst ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.

The ideal candidate will relish working alongside our development & manufacturing teams and providing internal training to foster and embed a culture of quality & compliance through efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:
• Quality Management: Maintain robust quality management practises to ensure compliance with industry standards, and internal processes throughout the satellite subsystem development lifecycle
• Supplier Quality Assurance: Collaborate with the supply chain team to assess potential suppliers, conduct supplier audits, and establish quality requirements for components and materials used in satellite subsystems
• Non-Conformance Management: Assist with executing Kepler’s non-conformance management initiatives. Work with engineering and supply chain teams to resolve non-conformances. Lead investigations into non-conformance issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions to ensure they do not recur
• Improvement: Continuously identify opportunities for improvements in the manufacturing and assembly of our products to enhance efficiency, reliability, and overall quality
• Quality Control: Develop and implement inspection and testing procedures to verify the quality of manufactured components, sub-assemblies, and final satellite systems
• Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify potential risks and develop risk mitigation plans to address quality and reliability concerns in the satellite subsystems
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including production, engineering, and AIT, to ensure seamless integration of quality assurance activities throughout the program lifecycle
• Training and Education: Provide training and support to team members to foster a culture of quality and compliance in the organization
• Compliance and Standards: Stay up-to-date with industry standards, best practices, and regulations related to satellite manufacturing and quality assurance in a fast-paced agile environment

Requirements::
• A minimum of 2 years' experience as a Quality Engineer or similar in a manufacturing environment with involvement in quality planning, defect detection and failure management
• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or other relevant education
• Prior experience or education in quality, reliability, automation or manufacturing engineering or similar roles, quality assurance processes and tools (NCRs, CAPAs, FAI etc.)
• Hands-on experience in a production context
• Familiarity with the development and manufacturing of complex and precision manufactured components
• Experience facilitating cross functional collaboration to resolve issues
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with acute attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment
• Strong communication skills to interact with various stakeholders and convey technical information effectively
• Drive for continuous learning and growth

Bonus Points::
• Startup experience
• Knowledge of industry-specific quality standards such AS9100, ECSS, or equivalent
• Certification in quality assurance or related fields
• Experience working with PCBAs and mechanical assemblies
• PCBA assemblies' knowledge a plus

Salary Range: $85,831 - 106,831 CAD
Actual total compensation will be determined at the Company’s discretion and is based on a variety of job-related factors, which may include, but are not limited to, relevant knowledge, skills, experience, performance, and education and/or training. The Company encourages all qualified applicants to apply, even if the posted salary range does not align with their expectations, as it does not reflect our total compensation package.
Job Type: This is for a current vacancy

Kepler Communications is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from: Women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, visible minorities, people who identify as LGBTQ+ and others who may contribute to diversification in our workplace.

As part of our commitment to accessibility for all persons with disabilities, Kepler will, upon the request of the applicant, provide accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact our People & Culture team, through our Career Page to make your accommodation needs known and we will consult with you to ensure suitable accommodation is provided.