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Quality Inspector - Satellite Components

Expleo
Portsmouth
5 months ago
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Responsibilities

Ensure conformity of production and test operations within the Cleanroom in accordance with Plans, Processes and Procedures for Space Equipment production, to approved quality standards in particular ECSS-Q-ST-70-08, ECSS-Q-ST-70-28 & ECSS-Q-ST-70-38 or latest ECSS-Q-ST-70-61 Perform design and integrity verification inspections on Flight Hardware and Test set-up in accordance with the clients inspection criteria in addition to ECSS-Q-ST-70-08, 28 & 38 or latest ECSS-Q-ST-70-61 to ensure that the build complies with established design and quality rules. Responsible and accountable for the correct “as built as design” validation Responsible for the environmental and H&S control of assembly, integration & test activities in accordance with the appropriate standards. Flexible approach to working methods and patterns. Overtime and shift working will be required including nightshifts and weekends. Pro-active role in maintaining a safe working environment and a clear commitment to health and safety in the workplace. Willingness to accept change and actively support continuous improvement, Willing to develop skills as required in support of production (assembly, test, inspection and support) and implements these flexibly.

Escalate occurrences that prevent achievement of the production plan, including quality, cost and schedule impacts that cannot be resolved by Support engineering or Project Product Assurance Managers

Report anomalous or out of limits results

Attend training as directed by Line Manager in conjunction with training coordinator

Promote quality first mind-set through Production operations aimed at prevention of non-quality in the cleanroom.

Monitor and drive world class workmanship standards and clean room practices / processes

Identify and record non-conformities and investigate with manufacturing/support engineering, PA, M&P / Process Owner

Support Root cause analysis of non-quality events with Project Quality to prevent further occurrence

Complete QVP verifications as directed by Equipment Quality Assurance group

Support specific operational tasks such as critical move, Ready for Test process activities and flight packing

Perform documentation checks, paperwork completion and approval of reworks as required.

Adhere to company and departmental Health and Safety and COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) processes and procedures

Conform to company and departmental policies and procedure

Qualifications

Current ECSS certification to ECSS-Q-ST-70-08, ECSS-Q-ST-70-28 & ECSS-Q-ST-70-38 or latest ECSS-Q-ST-70-61 at ESA approved training school No less than 3 years experience of Engineering within the space, aerospace or military electronics engineering sector. Experience and knowledge of high reliability electronics, surface mount assembly and RF products. Familiar with production activities, including risk management, Non conformance management, Environmental cleanliness and ESD control. General awareness of Manufacturing Systems (CAD, CAM, Manufacturing Execution System, SAP, Technical Publications, relevant to the business Experienced in working within a matrix structure. Demonstrable team-working skillset Proactive, with the proven ability to implement change to the benefit of the business. Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to communicate with people of all levels of the business

Experience

Experience of Engineering within the space, aerospace or military electronics engineering sector. Experience and knowledge of high reliability electronics, surface mount assembly and RF products. Familiar with production activities, including risk management, Non conformance management, Environmental cleanliness and ESD control. General awareness of Manufacturing Systems (CAD, CAM, Manufacturing Execution System, SAP, Technical Publications, relevant to the business Experienced in working within a matrix structure. Demonstrable team-working skillset Proactive, with the proven ability to implement change to the benefit of the business. Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to communicate with people of all levels of the business.

What do I need before I apply

Due to the nature of the projects, candidates will hold or be eligible to obtain UK security clearance.

Benefits

Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses Competitive company benefits Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo 

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