Quality Inspector-1st Shift, Amazon Leo

Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC is seeking a Quality Inspector to perform critical inspection duties in our Manufacturing Quality organization, with responsibilities spanning receiving and in-process inspections of aerospace-grade hardware. The role requires interpreting engineering drawings, using CMMs and hand tools, and ensuring conformance per AS9102 guidelines.

A strong emphasis on 5S, SOP development, and training will support daily quality activities in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as a Quality Inspector in a Receiving Inspection role.
• Experience reading/ interpreting Engineering Drawings or schematics.
• Experience using hand measuring tools (height gauge, calipers, micrometers).

Responsibilities

• Operate metrology equipment to ensure conformance for aerospace-grade hardware.
• Perform Receiving Inspection using sampling plans and metrology equipment.
• Report nonconformances when defective material is found.
• Develop and lead 5S activities around the Quality area.
• Read Inspection Plans and Work Instructions to perform inspections.

Skills

Reading engineering drawings

Metrology and measurement tools

Hand tools proficiency

Quality inspection experience

Tools

CMMs

Romer Arms

Micrometers

Calipers

Height gauges

Job description

Project Leo is Amazon's low Earth orbit satellite broadband network. Its mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet to customers and communities around the world, and we've designed the system with the capacity, flexibility, and performance to serve a wide range of customers, from individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.

The Quality Team at Project Leo is looking for a Quality Inspector to join our team and help perform critical inspection duties within our Manufacturing Quality organization.

Export Control Requirement

Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum

Key job responsibilities

• The Quality Inspector will operate advanced metrology equipment to ensure product conformance for highly-complex aerospace grade hardware.
• Perform Receiving Inspection activity using sampling plans and metrology equipment, such as CMMs, Romer Arms, micrometers, calipers, height gages, calipers, micrometers, gages, etc..
• Report nonconformances when defective material is found.
• Develop and lead 5S activities around the Quality area(s) to ensure efficient working areas.
• Read Inspection Plans and Work Instructions to perform quality inspections
• Interpret engineering blueprints and drawings to the ASME Y14.5 standard to GD&T
• Perform Critical in-process and final inspections for assembled product.
• Complete First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) to the requirements of AS9102
• Develop Standard Operator Procedures (SOPs) for other inspectors to follow for day-to-day tasks.
• Train new inspectors on the correct usage of equipment and day to day responsibilities.

A day in the life

This role will work daily to:

• Execute inspection plans for a wide variety of received hardware, utilizing a wide range of equipment.
• Perform and complete FAIs to AS9102 and present package to engineering for sign off.
• Inspect and buy off rework/repair activities
• Investigate hardware for defects, and create nonconformance reports for discrepant hardware
• Perform In-Process and Final inspections for assembly processes
• Develop Standard Operator Procedures (SOPs) for other inspectors to follow for day-to-day tasks.
• Train new inspectors on the correct usage of equipment and day to day responsibilities.

About the team

The Leo Manufacturing Quality team is driven to develop a Leo Quality System that is capable of scaling aerospace quality to volume and cost levels to meet end customer needs. This position will join the team at an exciting moment, with an opportunity to own quality system development and contribute to the design of requirements, processes, and systems used across the business. We value data driven decision making, a comfort with dealing in ambiguous situations across multiple projects, and an ability to earn trust of various stakeholders to deliver high quality results.

Basic Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as a Quality Inspector in a Receiving Inspection Role. 2+ years experience reading/ interpreting Engineering Drawings or schematics 2+ years experience in using hand measuring tools. i.e Height gauge, Calipers, Micrometers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiar with FAI forms to AS9102 Certified inspector to IPC-610 Certified inspector to IPC-620 Familiar with Metrologic and/or PCDMIS inspection software Familiar with automated inspection equipment, including Romer arms, comparators, CMMs, and other metrology software based inspection methods. Comfortable reading sampling tables to ANSI/ASQ ZI.4 for established AQL levels. Has led inspection teams before, and can run daily 5S activities in quality areas.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. This position will remain posted until filled.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the applic