Leads quality assurance for satellite communication systems, including maintaining quality management procedures, resolving nonconformances through root-cause and corrective-action methods, auditing suppliers, managing supplier corrective actions, driving process improvements, defining quality metrics, delivering QMS training, and supporting AS9100 and other quality audits across supply chain, manufacturing, and engineering teams.
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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. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.
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.
JOB DUTIES AND 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.
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- 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 EXPERIENCE
- Experience in the aerospace or electronics industry.
- Lean Six Sigma Green / Black Belt Certification.
CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.
CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.
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