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Quality Technician (2023-046) 

Astronics Subsidiary Astronics AES  
Location Kirkland, WA  
Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Quality Technician is responsible for supporting Receiving Inspection and Production Quality Engineers to promote production process quality, identify opportunities for improvement and reduce waste in part inspection. This position reports to the Production and Supplier Quality Manager.

This is a great opportunity for someone to expand their skills from a seasoned Quality Inspector role and/or someone looking for a career path to Quality Engineering.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Reviews and approves First Article Inspection Reports
  • Performs article and test setup conformities
  • Performs Internal Audits
  • Generates inspection instructions
  • Serves as resource to answer technical questions related to quality for the inspection team
  • Provides training to inspection team on new processes, methods, or tools
  • Assist inspection team and quality engineering with material nonconformance investigations
  • Assists quality engineering in Notice of Escape investigations and containment efforts
  • Assists quality engineering in with stock sweep efforts
  • Assists quality management in continuous improvement projects

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • Associate Degree in science or technology field, preferred
  • Demonstrates competency (typically 2-4 years of direct experience in the essential functions of the position)
  • Processing Information – Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data
  • Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects
  • First Article Inspections (AS9102)
  • Advanced use of Microsoft Excel

Preferred experience with:

  • 3D Printing
  • NetInspect
  • InspectioXpert
  • Computer aided design CAD software
  • ASME Y14.5M Geometric dimensioning and tolerances (GD&T)
  • Programming – Writing computer programs for various purposes and metrology equipment (such as Micro-Vu and CMM)

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • As a US Department of Defense Contractor, Astronics is bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Must be a US Person under ITAR to be eligible.

  • An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a drug test and background check. 

Salary range for this position is $31.76 - $47.64 per hour. Several job-related and non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to experience in comparable roles, skill sets, training, education, licensure or certifications, other qualifications, market conditions and business needs influence actual salary offered. 

Astronics AES offers a competitive benefits package including:

  • Stay Healthy – Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, as well as voluntary life/AD&D, voluntary critical illness, accident prevention and hospital indemnity
  • Save for the Future – 401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Find Balance – Employee Assistance Program, Hybrid work arrangements for many positions, work/life balance culture
  • Time for You – Generous Paid Time Off, starting at 120 hours annually, plus 12 Paid Holidays per year
 
Position Requirements

See above

 
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  
 
About the Organization Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world's aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, military branches, completion centers, and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics.

We offer our breadth of technology solutions and services through 11 subsidiary business units and numerous award-winning product brands. Serving our customers is our first priority, and every day we honor this mission with quality, partnership, and energetic global vision.
 
EOE Statement Astronics is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.  

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