Full-Time

Quality Control Inspector

Assembly

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CesiumAstro

CesiumAstro

201-500 employees

Develops compact communication systems for space

Hardware
Aerospace

Junior, Mid

No H1B Sponsorship

Austin, TX, USA

Position requires onsite presence in Austin, TX.

US Citizenship Required

Category
Materials & Structures
Research & Development
Aerospace Engineering
Required Skills
CAD
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Associate degree in a technical field preferred. H.S. Diploma or equivalent required.
  • 2 –4 years relevant work experience or training required, preferably in a regulated environment (e.g., automotive, aerospace, medical device).
  • Experience with AS9100 or ISO9001 Quality Management Systems.
  • Experience with microscopic visual inspection.
  • Experience with ERP and PLM software systems.
  • Proficiency with reading engineering documents, CAD drawings, and detailed work instructions.
  • Strong digital, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with others in a positive and collaborative manner.
Responsibilities
  • Execute quality control processes per purchased product, manufacturing operations, and customer quality requirements.
  • Inspection of parts, assemblies, and finished products utilizing necessary tools and equipment in accordance with approved procedures, specifications, and drawings.
  • Perform measurement using calipers, height gauges, thread gauges, and CMM/VMM.
  • Document inspection activities using electronic systems, written logs, and labels.
  • Assist in the development, maintenance, and improvement of inspection methods, inspection plans, and internal quality procedures and processes.
  • Assist with the resolution to internal/external nonconformance using root cause, corrective action, and 8D methodologies.
  • Assist in data analysis and department metrics reporting as required.
  • Assist with the continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Assist in the resolution of audit findings, observations, and recommendations.
  • Assist with the control and disposition of non-conforming material (MRB).
  • Drive scheduling of day-to-day processes; ensure timely and accurate turnaround.
  • Other QC duties as assigned.

CesiumAstro creates compact and efficient communication systems specifically for space applications. Their products, such as the Nightingale Series and CommPack, are designed to be small and scalable, meeting the industry's standards for Size, Weight, Power, and Cost (SWaP-C). The company also offers a range of products including a software-defined radio, a credit-card-sized single-board computer, and a high-efficiency DC-to-DC converter. CesiumAstro differentiates itself by providing modular hardware and software that can be customized for specific mission needs, catering to clients like NASA. The goal of CesiumAstro is to deliver affordable, mission-ready communication solutions by leveraging advanced semiconductor and manufacturing technologies.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$135.4M

Headquarters

Austin, Texas

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

25%

1 year growth

50%

2 year growth

105%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The recent $65 million Series B+ funding round led by Trousdale Ventures provides significant financial backing for expansion and product development.
  • Selection by Rocket Lab to provide multi-beam Ka-band communications payloads for the Space Development Agency's Tranche 2 Transport Layer Constellation highlights CesiumAstro's industry leadership.
  • Founder and CEO Shey Sabripour's appointment to the Texas Aerospace Research and Space Economy Consortium Executive Committee underscores the company's influence and leadership in the aerospace sector.

What critics are saying

  • The lawsuit alleging trade secret misappropriation by a former executive could lead to legal and financial repercussions.
  • The niche market of space-based radio technology is highly competitive, with only a handful of companies working at the cutting edge, increasing the pressure to continuously innovate.

What makes CesiumAstro unique

  • CesiumAstro's focus on compact, high-performance communication systems for space applications sets it apart in the aerospace market, where size, weight, power, and cost are critical factors.
  • Their modular hardware and software building blocks offer seamless integration for mission-specific payload configurations, providing a unique value proposition.
  • The company's utilization of the latest semiconductor and manufacturing technologies ensures they remain at the forefront of innovation, offering affordable solutions with a first-mover advantage.

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