Aviation Quality Assurance Incoming Inspector

EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS) is a premier global provider of satellite communication solutions. Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., and conducting business around the globe, EchoStar is a pioneer in communications technologies through its Hughes Network Systems and EchoStar Satellite Services business segments. For more information, visit echostar.com. Follow @EchoStar on Twitter.

Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Infinite, Boost Mobile, DISH Wireless, OnTech and GenMobile.

EchoStar has an exciting opportunity for an Aviation Quality Assurance Incoming Inspector in our Hughes Network Systems division located in Germantown, MD. Hughes is a leading provider of satellite and managed network services, utilizing innovative network technologies and solutions to serve mobility, enterprises, and governments globally. This on-site quality assurance job involves measuring, examining, testing, or gauging various product characteristics and comparing results with specified requirements to determine whether there is conformity.  

Responsibilities:

• Receiving Inspection – Visually and measuring incoming materials to confirm they meet specifications.
• Nonconforming Material – Identify and process materials to MRB that don’t meet specifications.
• Documenting – Record inspection results and any issues via Inspection Reports.
• Maintaining equipment – Ensure inspection tools remain within the calibration period.
• Aviation components – Ensure CofCs, FAIs and supplier test records are provided.

Basic Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in related quality assurance inspection roles.

​Preferred Qualifications:

• Understanding of ERP/SAP and QMS systems.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D Aerospace Standards is a plus.
• Familiarity with AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports.
• Strong communication skills, be detailed-oriented and have commitment to quality.
• Capable of interpreting supplier data sheets, mechanical drawings, and custom specifications.
• Usage of calipers, gauges, micrometers, DVMs and other equipment to measure product.
• Familiarity to ESD compliance and 5S work area procedures.

Will be eligible for discretionary bonus, with funding based on company performance.

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Compensation Range

Annual Salary: $77,500.00 - $97,000.00

EchoStar is committed to offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our programs are designed to provide you with the ability to customize your benefits to best meet the needs of you and your family. Our philosophy for these programs is to support and encourage healthy living and wellness. Our benefits package covers it all–from healthcare savings plans to education assistance and more!

• Financial:  401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; employee stock purchase plan; profit-sharing; company-paid life insurance, AD&D and disability

• Work-Life Balance:  Paid Time Off (PTO), company-paid holidays, health and wellness events, exercise and sports facilities (locations may vary)

• Employee Incentives:  Tuition reimbursement, employee referral program, year round employee events and community programs, discounts on Dish Network and HughesNet

• Health:  Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Health Savings Account (HSA) with opportunities to earn employer contributions; Health Care, Dependent Care and Transportation Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

EchoStar and its Affiliated Companies are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.  U.S. Persons or those able to obtain and maintain U.S. government security clearances may be required for certain positions. EEO is the law.