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OverviewAt Kepler Communications, we are leading the future of on-demand space connectivity. Our mission is to provide real-time Internet access for space-based assets, enabling a new era of data-driven exploration and innovation. Kepler has launched 33 satellites to date and operates the first commercial optical data relay constellation, enabling real-time, continuous space communications while supporting advanced on-orbit compute and hosted payload capabilities.We believe great ideas come from diverse perspectives, and were committed to creating an environment where you can grow, lead, and make a global impact. If youre ready to reach higher, move faster, and do work that shapes the future space economy, come build the future with Kepler!What We OfferCompetitive compensation with a robust equity plan to share in our success.Comprehensive coverage for health, dental, and vision insuranceincluding dependents.Unlimited vacation, supportive parental leave policy, and company-wide holiday shutdown.Semi-annual company-wide parties and frequent in-office team events.Relocation packages available for approved roles.$1,500 annual professional development fund to support your growth.Fully stocked Toronto office kitchen with snacks, drinks, games and top-notch kitchen appliances.Town Halls, Celebration Calls, and Company-wide events to stay connected and engaged.Were a certified Great Place to Work, five years in a row!RoleWe are seeking a highly detail-oriented and collaborative Hardware Quality Engineering Specialist to join our Quality Engineering department. 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 smoothly, facilitating process improvements, managing non-conformances, managing supplier quality and incoming inspections, identifying and mitigating risks, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. The ideal candidate will relish working alongside our development and manufacturing teams and provide internal training to foster a culture of quality and compliance through efficiency.Key ResponsibilitiesQuality Management: Maintain robust quality management practices 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 Keplers 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.Required Skills & Qualifications2+ years of experience as a Quality Engineer or similar in a manufacturing environment with involvement in quality planning, defect detection and failure management.A Bachelors 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 PointsStartup experienceKnowledge of industry-specific quality standards such as AS9100, ECSS, or equivalentCertification in quality assurance or related fieldsExperience working with PCBs and mechanical assembliesPCBAs knowledge a plusSalary Range: $85,831 - 106,831 CADActual total compensation will be determined at the Companys discretion and is based on a variety of job-related factors, which may include 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 vacancyAdditional InformationUse of AI in RecruitmentAt Kepler Communications, all hiring decisions are made by people. Human recruiters are involved in every step of our recruitment process. We use AI-based tools to assist with the initial review of applications by ranking candidates based on job-relevant criteria. These tools support - but do not replace - human judgment.Employment Equity & Accommodation StatementKepler Communications is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities.If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact our People & Culture team at , and we will work with you to meet your needs.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. #J-18808-Ljbffr