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Canopy Aerospace & Defense

Develops thermal protection systems for spacecraft

Quality Engineer

Quality EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeOntario, CA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of inspection or quality experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Ability to interpret drawings, including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize inspection duties.
  • Ability to work with others in a fast-changing environment.
  • Knowledge of and experience with mechanical measuring tools, including micrometers, calipers, scales, pin and radius gauges, height gauges, surface finish comparators, and dial indicators.
  • Working knowledge of coordinate measuring machine (CMM) data and geometry.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written English.
  • Ability to learn to perform cross-functional operations.
  • Professional working proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
  • Ability to work in office, lab, and manufacturing environments with occasional exposure to noise, chemicals, dust, industrial equipment, and temperature variations.
  • Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working at a computer workstation.
  • Frequent use of hands and fingers for data entry, keyboarding, and mouse use.
  • Ability to view computer screens for prolonged periods.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and via email.
  • Ability to use a computer to complete assignments.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual as defined by U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Responsibilities

  • Review customer purchase orders, contracts, and change requests, ensuring necessary criteria and provisions are included in quality and process plans.
  • Report quality issues, trends, and losses to management.
  • Participate in internal and external quality audits.
  • Serve as the Quality Assurance representative to the Materials Review Board (MRB) and manage the MRB process.
  • Isolate or quarantine nonconforming material from acceptable parts and ensure it is properly documented and controlled according to company quality procedures and work instructions.
  • Compile, write, and deliver training material on quality standards, practices, and activities.
  • Interface with machinists and production personnel regarding their workmanship and determine whether other quality issues exist.
  • Support source inspection activities for various customers.
  • Ensure materials, products, and processes, including paint, anodizing, and chem-film, are applied according to applicable drawings and specification requirements.
  • Generate and complete AS9102 first article inspection (FAI) and regular inspection reports.
  • Lead root cause and corrective action investigations, interfacing with the company team as applicable.
  • Lead process-flow definition and improvement activities.
  • Lead other improvement activities as needed using quality improvement tools such as DMAIC and PDCA.
  • Interface with customers on complaints, returns, and customer corrective action requests.
  • Maintain the Approved Supplier List.
  • Review job travelers for compliance with customer blueprints and purchase orders.
  • Support inspection activities, including mylar inspection.
  • Maintain the calibration log and review certifications for compliance with requirements.
  • Support 5S and follow company health, safety, and environmental guidelines.
  • Learn and perform cross-functional operations.

About the Company

Canopy Aerospace & Defense

Develops thermal protection systems for spacecraft

Canopy Aerospace & Defense develops and produces thermal protection systems for space and hypersonic vehicles. Its products shield spacecraft and reentry capsules from extreme heat by using high-temperature insulating materials and protective barriers designed for reuse and quick turnaround. The company differentiates itself through NASA-backed research, verified real-flight testing, and an emphasis on reusable, cost-efficient solutions for a growing NewSpace market. Its goal is to provide dependable protection that enhances safety, mission success, and overall mission economics for commercial and government space programs.

Company size
11-50
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$6.6M
Headquarters
Denver, CO
Founded
2021

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