Hardware Quality Engineering Specialist

TL;DR

Hardware Quality Engineering Specialist (Satellites): Managing all aspects of quality throughout satellite and subsystems development lifecycle with an accent on supplier quality assurance, non-conformance management, and compliance with industry standards. Focus on developing inspection procedures, conducting root cause investigations, implementing corrective actions, and mitigating risks to ensure manufacturing efficiency and reliability.

On-site in Toronto, Ontario. Relocation packages available for approved roles.

Salary Range: $85,831 - 106,831 CAD

Company

Leading provider of real-time space connectivity operating the first commercial optical data relay constellation with 33 satellites launched.

What you will do

• Maintain quality management practices ensuring compliance throughout satellite subsystem development.
• Assess suppliers, conduct audits, and establish quality requirements for components.
• Manage non-conformances, lead investigations, and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Develop inspection and testing procedures for components, sub-assemblies, and final systems.
• Identify risks and create mitigation plans for quality and reliability.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and AIT teams to integrate quality activities.
• Provide training to embed a culture of quality and compliance.

Requirements

• 2+ years as Quality Engineer in manufacturing with quality planning, defect detection, and failure management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or relevant field.
• Experience in quality assurance processes (NCRs, CAPAs, FAI) and hands-on production.
• Familiarity with complex precision manufacturing components.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally in fast-paced environment.

Nice to have

• Startup experience.
• Knowledge of AS9100, ECSS or equivalent standards.
• Quality assurance certification.
• Experience with PCBAs and mechanical assemblies.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation with equity plan.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision insurance including dependents.
• Unlimited vacation, parental leave, company-wide holiday shutdown.
• Semi-annual parties, in-office events, fully stocked kitchen.
• $1,500 annual professional development fund.
• Town Halls and company-wide events.