Astranis
Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity’s reach into the solar system. Today, Astranis satellites provide dedicated, secure networks to highly‑sophisticated customers across the globe— large enterprises, sovereign governments, and the US military. With five satellites on orbit and many more set to launch soon, the company is servicing a backlog of more than $1 billion of commercial contracts.
Astranis is the preferred satellite communications partner for buyers with stringent requirements for uptime, data security, network visibility, and customization. Astranis has raised over $750 million from some of the world’s best investors, from Andreessen Horowitz to Blackrock and Fidelity, and employs a team of 450 engineers and entrepreneurs. Astranis designs, builds, and operates its satellites out of its 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California, USA.
Supplier Quality Inspector
As a Supplier Quality Inspector, you will own your own incoming inspection station/area where you will be responsible for being the first line of defense in assuring quality of parts received at Astranis. You will work with the most cutting edge MicroGEO satellite technology and perform inspections across different commodities to verify our hardware meets the highest level of quality. The ideal candidate is self‑driven, extremely detail‑oriented, and seeks a highly cross‑functional dynamic environment.
Role
Perform receiving inspection of flight hardware against 2D Drawings and Part Specifications, as per Work Order instructions – support multiple commodities (machined parts, assemblies and systems, PCBA, and Harnesses)
Document and manage Non‑Conformances – Create Non Conformance Tickets, communicate cross‑functionally, and perform Dispositions and Corrective Actions as needed
Provide feedback to Engineering Teams ensure efficiency and feasibility of Work Order & Inspection Procedures
Interface with Engineering and Production Teams to support and even drive resolution and correction of Non Conformances
Inspect hardware’s quality documentation like Certificates of Conformance, End Item Data Packages, and able to go online and find Technical Data Packages
Own an Incoming Quality station – maintain standardization, cleanliness, and efficient work flow
This role will have a "strong voice and presence" to own and lead initiatives of continuous improvement with Facilities, Production, and Engineering Teams
Requirements
3+ years of inspection experience in an aerospace, military or manufacturing environment
Substantial knowledge of the control of nonconforming hardware, failure/root cause analysis, corrective and preventive action processes
Experience reading and interpreting design drawings and CAD models
Experience using metrology manual gauges (micrometer, height gauge, caliper, go/no-go gauges, etc.)
Experience using microscope to visualize and photographed zoomed in defects
Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills
Ability to work independently with a strong work ethic, be innovative, detail oriented, possess initiative, and team oriented
Willing and able to work overtime and/or weekends as required
Bonus
Associate degree or higher in quality, engineering, or related field
Knowledgeable with ISO 9001/AS9100 quality management systems
Familiar with IPC Workmanship Inspections
Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing training
What we offer All our positions offer a compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits. Base pay is a single component of Astranis’s total rewards package, which may also include equity in the form of incentive stock options, high‑quality company‑subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance benefits, flexible PTO, 401(K) retirement, and free on‑site catered meals.
Base Hourly Pay: $35 – $45 USD
U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States, or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
Our mission and our products are meant to connect the world and everyone in it, regardless of gender, race, creed, or any other distinction. We believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage all people to join our team and bring their unique perspective to help make us stronger.
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Astranis is the preferred satellite communications partner for buyers with stringent requirements for uptime, data security, network visibility, and customization. Astranis has raised over $750 million from some of the world’s best investors, from Andreessen Horowitz to Blackrock and Fidelity, and employs a team of 450 engineers and entrepreneurs. Astranis designs, builds, and operates its satellites out of its 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California, USA.
Supplier Quality Inspector
As a Supplier Quality Inspector, you will own your own incoming inspection station/area where you will be responsible for being the first line of defense in assuring quality of parts received at Astranis. You will work with the most cutting edge MicroGEO satellite technology and perform inspections across different commodities to verify our hardware meets the highest level of quality. The ideal candidate is self‑driven, extremely detail‑oriented, and seeks a highly cross‑functional dynamic environment.
Role
Perform receiving inspection of flight hardware against 2D Drawings and Part Specifications, as per Work Order instructions – support multiple commodities (machined parts, assemblies and systems, PCBA, and Harnesses)
Document and manage Non‑Conformances – Create Non Conformance Tickets, communicate cross‑functionally, and perform Dispositions and Corrective Actions as needed
Provide feedback to Engineering Teams ensure efficiency and feasibility of Work Order & Inspection Procedures
Interface with Engineering and Production Teams to support and even drive resolution and correction of Non Conformances
Inspect hardware’s quality documentation like Certificates of Conformance, End Item Data Packages, and able to go online and find Technical Data Packages
Own an Incoming Quality station – maintain standardization, cleanliness, and efficient work flow
This role will have a "strong voice and presence" to own and lead initiatives of continuous improvement with Facilities, Production, and Engineering Teams
Requirements
3+ years of inspection experience in an aerospace, military or manufacturing environment
Substantial knowledge of the control of nonconforming hardware, failure/root cause analysis, corrective and preventive action processes
Experience reading and interpreting design drawings and CAD models
Experience using metrology manual gauges (micrometer, height gauge, caliper, go/no-go gauges, etc.)
Experience using microscope to visualize and photographed zoomed in defects
Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills
Ability to work independently with a strong work ethic, be innovative, detail oriented, possess initiative, and team oriented
Willing and able to work overtime and/or weekends as required
Bonus
Associate degree or higher in quality, engineering, or related field
Knowledgeable with ISO 9001/AS9100 quality management systems
Familiar with IPC Workmanship Inspections
Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing training
What we offer All our positions offer a compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits. Base pay is a single component of Astranis’s total rewards package, which may also include equity in the form of incentive stock options, high‑quality company‑subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance benefits, flexible PTO, 401(K) retirement, and free on‑site catered meals.
Base Hourly Pay: $35 – $45 USD
U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States, or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
Our mission and our products are meant to connect the world and everyone in it, regardless of gender, race, creed, or any other distinction. We believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage all people to join our team and bring their unique perspective to help make us stronger.
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