Senior Quality Technician, Assembly

Beehive Industries is dedicated to 

Powering American Defense

 by revolutionizing the design, development, and delivery of jet propulsion systems to support the warfighter. Through the integration of additive manufacturing, the company aims to meet the growing and urgent needs for unmanned aerial defense by dramatically improving a jet engine’s speed to market, fuel efficiency, and cost. 

Founded in 2020, the company is headquartered in Centennial, Colorado, with additional facilities in Knoxville, Tennessee, Loveland Ohio, and Mount Vernon, Ohio. Beehive is committed to grow and advance the defense industrial base while manufacturing exclusively in the USA. This role will be located at our Centennial, Colorado facility.

Role Overview:

The Senior Assembly Quality Technician is comfortable making decisions based on facts, procedures, and risk assessment.  The function is to perform various inspection duties such as (but not limited to) in process turbojet engine assy steps, torque verification, depth measurements, compliance to defined specifications, and final assembly “white glove” inspections denoting meticulous care.  Will create, collect, and record inspection data, work closely with Engineering and Operations to resolve issues, and maintain document control in accordance with AS9100, AS9102, ITAR, and internal/customer requirements

Responsibilities:

·Perform physical and visual electrical and mechanical inspections using measurement and test equipment that includes, but is not limited to torque wrenches, pin gages, calipers, micrometers, bore gages, and height gage.

·Perform final inspection of all engines post build/test activities and prior to shipment

·Measure components and compare results to Engineering drawings and defined MES requirements that contain GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and industry standard specification controls.

·Create, develop, and implement inspection processes based on the needs of the engine and customer specification

·Collaborate with Quality, Design Eng, & Manufacturing Eng to resolve any issues found during product realization.

·Assist with creating and maintaining the Quality Management System (QMS) such as calibration records, Key Performance Indicator (KPI) tracking, and document control.

·Create inspection documentation and collect and verify all data for customer data packet or CoC packet.

·Identify and record non-conformances when found using various software.

· Assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions.

· Review and provide input into MES work instructions as they are translated from ENG drawing to shop floor processes.

· Communicates clearly and respectfully, even during production challenges.

Requirements:

·Minimum of 2-4 years’ experience working in a quality position.

·Experience working in an AS9100 (or similar standard) manufacturing and inspection environment.

 Experience in sub and final assembly inspection methods and tools (micrometers, calipers, etc.)

 Experience in creating quality documentation, such as non-conformances and CoCs.

·Experience in developing and implementing quality procedures and work instructions.

 Attention to detail

·Proficient with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) read, write and interpret.

·Drawing interpretation background.

·Formal written and verbal communication with internal and external parties (customers and suppliers) as well as performing inter-company and external presentations.

·Proficient in Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

· Collaborates effectively with production teams to correct issues quickly and keep operations moving whenever it can be done safely and within quality standards.

· Remains calm and objective in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

·Experience working with Calypso and PC DMIS software

·Experience working in Additive Manufacturing

·Machine operations experience

·Keyence Machines

·Auditing

If this sounds like you, please submit an application with your resume. This could be the opportunity you are looking for to expand your skills, contribute to a winning team, and work with talented people who love what they do and take pride in our mission. 

In compliance with Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this position is $27-$38.00 per hour.  Please note that wage information is a general guideline only, and we will consider factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and market conditions when extending an offer.  

Beehive Industries offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes group Medical, Dental, Life, and Short and Long-Term disability coverage from day one. We also offer a generous 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a Company match. Every role at Beehive Industries is bonus eligible and will also receive equity in the company.

Beehive Industries is committed to full compliance with applicable anti-discrimination laws. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We strive to create an inclusive work environment and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.