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Quality Assurance Receiving Inspector

KBR Careers
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 7/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/28/2026
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Quality Assurance Receiving Inspector

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

Around here, we define the future.

We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely.

The Quality Assurance Receiving Inspector is responsible for inspecting incoming materials, components, and assemblies to ensure compliance with engineering specifications, regulatory requirements, and company quality standards. This role is critical in maintaining product conformance and integrity, and supporting safe, reliable aerospace operations.

Responsibilities

  • Perform receiving inspection of raw materials, machined parts, assemblies, and special processes
  • Verify compliance with engineering drawings, purchase orders, specifications, and quality requirements
  • Review and validate certifications, test reports, and supplier documentation
  • Identify and document non-conforming materials; initiate and support corrective actions
  • Work with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve quality issues
  • Ensure compliance with AS9100 and other aerospace standards
  • Maintain accurate inspection records and documentation
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives within the quality organization

Required Education/Experience

  • Requirements:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree preferred.
  • Ability to read and understand aerospace drawings,
  • Strong understanding of quality receiving inspection methods and processes
  • Familiarity with AS9100 quality management systems.
  • Experience using measurement tools and inspection equipment.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Education: High School Diploma or equivalent GED minimum with 5 years of Quality Assurance experience or a Bachelor of Science in engineering or related technical field
  • Years of Experience: 5 of related experience

Preferred Education/Experience

  • Experience with supplier quality, process improvement or process development.
  • Utilize precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and CMM equipment
  • Understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
  • ASQ certification such as CQE or CQA preferred.

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to an ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

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Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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