Technician, Quality Inspection

KBR Careers; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 54,080 - 66,560; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR Government Solutions is seeking a Technician, Quality Inspection to perform source inspections at supplier facilities, ensuring compliance with customer requirements and quality systems for aerospace components. This field-based role requires travel across Minnesota and surrounding areas, with strong inspection and communication skills.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of aerospace quality inspection experience, the ability to read engineering drawings and tolerances, and the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum three (3) years of quality inspection experience in aerospace, manufacturing, electronics, or a related field.
• U.S. Citizenship required due to customer requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, blueprints and technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of quality systems, inspection methodologies, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience using standard inspection and measurement tools.
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage travel schedules effectively.
• Must successfully complete and maintain customer and KBR qualification requirements, including vision exams, GD&T exam, and other technical evaluations as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct source inspections at supplier facilities.
• Verify compliance with customer requirements, engineering drawings, specifications, purchase order requirements and applicable industry standards.
• Perform visual, dimensional and documentation inspections.
• Utilize precision measuring equipment including calipers, micrometers, height gages, thread gages, and other inspection tools.
• Verify calibration and certification status for inspection equipment.
• Review manufacturing and quality documentation including certifications, travelers, inspection reports, material traceability, and test data.
• Complete inspection reports and documentation accurately and within required timelines.
• Communicate professionally with suppliers, customers, and internal KBR personnel regarding inspection status and quality concerns.
• Maintain all required qualifications, certifications, training, and medical requirements, including annual vision examinations, certification renewals, and mandatory compliance training.
• Support a culture of safety and operational excellence through participation in near‑miss reporting, continuous improvement initiatives, and other company directed activities.

Skills

Quality inspection experience

Engineering drawings

GD&T

Measurement tools

Willing to travel

US Citizenship

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Thread gauges

Job description

Program Summary KBR Government Solutions delivers full life cycle professional and technical solutions that improve operational readiness and drive innovation. Our solutions support mission success across defense, aerospace, intelligence and federal agencies including NASA and the Department of Defense.

Title Technician, Quality Inspection

Job Summary Quality Inspector - Aerospace Source Inspection: In this role, the Quality Inspector will perform source inspections at supplier manufacturing facilities to ensure compliance with customer, contractual, and quality system requirements for aerospace and electronic components. This is a field‑based position requiring independent travel to supplier locations throughout Minnesota and surrounding areas as needed. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical inspection experience, professionalism in customer and supplier interactions, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Successful candidates will be self‑motivated, organized, and capable of managing multiple supplier assignments.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Conduct source inspections at supplier facilities.
• Verify compliance with customer requirements, engineering drawings, specifications, purchase order requirements and applicable industry standards.
• Perform visual, dimensional and documentation inspections.
• Utilize precision measuring equipment including calipers, micrometers, height gages, thread gages, and other inspection tools.
• Verify calibration and certification status for inspection equipment.
• Review manufacturing and quality documentation including certifications, travelers, inspection reports, material traceability, and test data.
• Complete inspection reports and documentation accurately and within required timelines.
• Communicate professionally with suppliers, customers, and internal KBR personnel regarding inspection status and quality concerns.
• Maintain all required qualifications, certifications, training, and medical requirements, including annual vision examinations, certification renewals, and mandatory compliance training.
• Support a culture of safety and operational excellence through participation in near‑miss reporting, continuous improvement initiatives, and other company directed activities.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum three (3) years of quality inspection experience in aerospace, manufacturing, electronics, or a related field.
• U.S. Citizenship required due to customer requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, blueprints and technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of quality systems, inspection methodologies, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience using standard inspection and measurement tools.
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage travel schedules effectively.
• Must successfully complete and maintain customer and KBR qualification requirements, including vision exams, GD&T exam, and other technical evaluations as applicable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous source inspection or supplier audit experience.
• IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, IPC/WHMA-A-620, and/or IPC-A-600 certification.
• Familiarity with AS9100.
• Experience supporting NASA, DoD, aerospace, or other high‑reliability manufacturing customers.

Travel Requirements

• Local and regional travel required based on supplier support needs.
• Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain the ability to travel independently.
• Mileage reimbursement provided in accordance with current federal reimbursement rates.
• Lodging and Meals & Incidental Expenses (M&IE) per diem provided for qualifying travel in accordance with company travel policies.

Hourly pay range $26.00–$32.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&DD, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.