Technician, Quality Inspection

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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.

KBRs areas of expertise include engineering logistics mission support program management mission IT cybersecurity and quality assurance services.

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 drivers 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&D flexible spending account disability paid time off or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

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At KBR we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong Connect and Grow. We Deliver Together.

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.