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Kepler Communications Supplier Quality Engineer
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<p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><strong>At <a href="https://kepler.space/">Kepler Communications</a>, we're not just imagining the future of on-demand space connectivity - <em>we're leading it!</em></strong></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Our mission is to provide real-time Internet access&nbsp;for&nbsp;space-based assets, enabling a new era of data-driven exploration and innovation.&nbsp;With <strong>33 satellites launched to date</strong><em>, </em>Kepler&nbsp;operates&nbsp;the first commercial optical data relay constellation, enabling real-time, continuous space communications while supporting advanced on-orbit&nbsp;compute&nbsp;and hosted payload capabilities.&nbsp;</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Industry-leading technology is only part of the story. <strong>What sets Kepler apart is our team: </strong>bold thinkers, skilled builders, and passionate problem-solvers who thrive on pushing the boundaries of&nbsp;what’s&nbsp;possible in space. We believe great ideas come from diverse perspectives, and&nbsp;we’re&nbsp;committed to creating an environment where you can grow, lead, and make a global impact.&nbsp;</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">If&nbsp;you’re&nbsp;ready to reach higher, move faster, and do work that shapes the future space economy - this is your launchpad. <strong>Come build the future with Kepler!&nbsp;</strong></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong><u>What We Offer:</u></strong></p> <p><strong>* Competitive compensation</strong>&nbsp;with a robust equity plan to share in our success.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>* Comprehensive coverage for health, dental, and vision insurance</strong>—including dependents.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>* Unlimited vacation, supportive parental leave policy,</strong>&nbsp;and company-wide holiday shutdown.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>* Semi-annual company-wide parties</strong>&nbsp;and frequent in-office team events.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>* Relocation packages</strong>&nbsp;available for approved roles.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>* $1,500 annual professional development fund</strong>&nbsp;to support your growth.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>* Fully stocked Toronto office kitchen</strong>&nbsp;with snacks, drinks, games and top-notch kitchen appliances.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>* Town Halls, Celebration Calls, and Company-wide events</strong>&nbsp;to stay connected and engaged.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>* We’re a certified&nbsp;<a href="https://www.greatplacetowork.ca/en/certification-menu/certified-organizations-updated#certified-organizations2/view-sub-list-details70/5f3438830d6f2900170827a4/">Great Place to Work</a></strong>®, five years in a row!</p><p><br></p><p>The <strong>Supplier Quality Engineer</strong> (SQE) is responsible for ensuring that externally supplied products and processes meet company and customer quality requirements. This role drives supplier performance through qualification, monitoring, and continuous improvement, with a strong emphasis on defect prevention, risk management, and operational excellence across the supply chain.</p> <p>The Supplier Quality Engineer works cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Manufacturing and Engineering, to resolve supplier quality issues, minimize disruptions, and ensure compliance with applicable standards.</p> <p><span style="color: #212121;">You will be responsible for ensuring that the products supplied to Kepler meet our quality standards and requirements to&nbsp;</span>minimi<span style="color: #212121;">z</span>e<span style="color: #212121;"> quality costs and maximize efficiency.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;"><strong>Note:&nbsp;</strong>This position requires the ability to travel of 50-60% with at least 10% to China to various supplier visits</span></p>\n<p></p><p><br></p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b><p><strong>Supplier Qualification &amp; Development</strong></p> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px; list-style-type: disc;"> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Lead supplier quality qualification and approval activities, including capability assessments and risk evaluations (technical, manufacturing, and HSE) through initial and surveillance audits</span></p> </li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Evaluate supplier processes to ensure alignment with internal and customer quality requirements</span></p> </li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Drive continuous improvement initiatives at suppliers to reduce defects, variation, and waste</span></p> </li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Establish and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers to enable proactive quality management</span></p> </li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p><strong>Supplier Quality Management</strong></p> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px; list-style-type: disc;"> <li style="color: #190529; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 110%; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 110%;">Ensure supplied products meet defined quality standards and specifications to minimize cost of poor quality and production disruptions</span></p> </li> <li style="color: #190529; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 110%; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 110%;">Monitor supplier performance using data-driven metrics and identify improvement opportunities</span></p> </li> <li style="color: #190529; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 110%; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 110%;">Ensure supplier adherence to defined processes, procedures, and quality requirements</span></p> </li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p><strong>Supplier Non-Conformance &amp; Corrective Action Management</strong></p> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px; list-style-type: disc;"> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Lead and/or facilitate root cause analysis and corrective action activities for supplier-related non-conformances</span></p> </li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Review supplier root cause analyses and ensure effectiveness of corrective actions</span></p> </li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Drive timely containment and resolution of supplier quality issues to prevent production impact</span></p> </li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p><strong>Supplier Audits &amp; On-Site Support</strong></p> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px; list-style-type: disc;"> <li style="color: #190529; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 110%; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 110%;">Conduct supplier audits (process, system, and special process) to verify compliance and capability</span></p> </li> <li style="color: #190529; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 110%; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 110%;">Perform on-site supplier visits to investigate quality issues and validate corrective actions</span></p> </li> <li style="color: #190529; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 110%; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 110%;">Support supplier readiness for new product introduction and production scaling</span></p> </li> <li style="color: #190529; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 110%; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 110%;">Perform and/or support FAI inspections&nbsp;</span></p> </li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p><strong>Cross-Functional Collaboration</strong></p> <div> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: none;"> <ul style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li style="color: #190529; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 110%; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 110%;">Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams to ensure supplier alignment with product and program requirements</span></p> </li> <li style="color: #190529; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 110%; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 110%;">Provide supplier quality input during supplier selection</span></p> </li> <li style="color: #190529; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 110%; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 110%;">Communicate supplier risks and performance clearly to internal stakeholders</span></p> </li> <li style="color: #190529; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 110%; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 110%;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">You will be responsible for ensuring that the products supplied to Kepler meet our quality standards and requirements to minimize quality costs and maximize efficiency</span><br></span></li> </ul> </li> </ul> </div><p><br></p><b>Required Skills &amp; Qualifications:</b><ul type="disc" style="margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;"> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">3+ years of experience in Supplier Quality, Manufacturing Quality, or Product Assurance in regulated industries (e.g., aerospace, automotive, medical devices)</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Experience working directly with external suppliers and managing quality performance</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Strong knowledge of:</span> <ul type="disc" style="margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;"> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)</span></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul type="disc" style="margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;"> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Ability to interpret engineering drawings (mechanical and electrical) and manufacturing processes</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Willing to travel 50-60% with at least 10% to China to various supplier visits</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Experience with root cause analysis methodologies (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone)</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Familiarity with quality standards such as ISO 9001, AS9100, or equivalent</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Strong data analysis and reporting skills and</span><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">&nbsp;problem-solving and analytical thinking</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Effective communication and stakeholder management</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-growth environments</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Ability to influence suppliers and internal teams without direct authority</span></li> </ul><p><br></p><b>Bonus Points:</b><ul> <li style="line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Experience with EEE components or electronics supply chains</span></p> </li> <li style="line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Familiarity with First Article Inspection (FAI / AS9102)</span></p> </li> <li style="line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Experience in New Space or high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments</span></p> </li> <li style="line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Relevant certifications in quality assurance or supplier quality assurance</span></p> </li> </ul><p><br></p><p></p>\n<p> </p><p>Salary Range: $85,831 - 106,831 CAD</p> <p><span style="font-size: 15px;">Actual total compensation will be determined at the Company’s discretion and is based on a variety of job-related factors, which may include, but are not limited to, relevant knowledge, skills, experience, performance, and education and/or training. The Company encourages all qualified applicants to apply, even if the posted salary range does not align with their expectations, as it does not reflect our total compensation package.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 15px;">Job Type: This is for a current vacancy</span></p> <p></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="font-size: 12pt;">Employment Equity &amp; Accommodation Statement</strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Kepler Communications is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities.&nbsp;</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact our People &amp; Culture team at </span><a href="mailto:accommodation@kepler.space" style="font-size: 12pt;">accommodation@kepler.space</a><span style="font-size: 12pt;">, and we will work with you to meet your needs.&nbsp;</span></p>

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