Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

About the role

We are looking to add a dedicated and talented Senior Quality Assurance Engineer to our team. In this position, you will work closely with an integrated team of Cesium managers, engineers, and other cross-functional personnel in the production of state-of-the-art satellite communication systems.

At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you.

Responsibilities

• Establish, implement, and maintain quality management system procedures and processes.
• Resolve nonconformances with cross-functional teams using failure analysis, root cause, corrective action, and 8D methodologies.
• Conduct supplier performance evaluations and supplier audits including metrics reporting.
• Investigate, evaluate, and resolve supplier nonconformances and corrective actions.
• Lead process improvement projects to drive results across the organization.
• Develop and drive quality objectives and measurable metrics.
• Manage and conduct QMS training.
• Support internal and external QMS audits in accordance with AS9100 and applicable requirements.
• Support and interface across functional disciplines including Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Engineering personnel.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field required.
• 5+ years relevant work experience.
• Experience with continuous quality improvement activities in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with AS9100 or ISO9001 Quality Management Systems compliance.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with others in a positive and collaborative manner.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the aerospace or electronics industry.
• Lean Six Sigma Green / Black Belt Certification.

Benefits

• Full-time employment offers include company stock options.
• Generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.