About the Company
Our client is a leader in satellite technology, providing timely and accurate Earth imagery to support various sectors such as defense, disaster response, energy, and environmental monitoring. They design, manufacture, and operate advanced imaging satellites with a strong data infrastructure for reliable insights.
About the Role
As the Director of Quality and Mission Assurance, you will be part of a dynamic team, scaling rapidly to meet growth goals. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you will establish an AS9100 certified quality management system while maintaining speed and flexibility in a high-tech environment.
Job Duties
- Quality Management: Develop, implement, and maintain a quality management system compliant with industry standards and best practices. Ensure quality assurance throughout the product lifecycle, including design, manufacturing, testing, and operations.
- Mission Assurance: Integrate mission assurance practices across project lifecycles. Oversee actions related to the Government-Industry Data Exchange Program (GIDEP).
- Process Improvement: Lead initiatives to drive efficiency, eliminate waste, and enhance quality. Analyze data to identify trends and optimization opportunities.
- Compliance and Standards: Establish and maintain AS9100 certification. Stay updated on regulatory changes and ensure all products and processes meet quality standards.
- Supplier Quality Management: Evaluate suppliers, establish quality standards for materials and components, and monitor supplier performance.
- Risk Management: Implement strategies to identify and mitigate quality risks. Develop contingency plans for quality-related issues.
- Leadership and Training: Foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Provide training on quality processes, standards, and best practices.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related science discipline.
- Proven experience in quality management within a highly regulated industry.
- Knowledge of industry standards such as AS9100 or ISO 9001.
- Familiarity with risk management and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and collaborative team environment.
- Must meet U.S. export regulations for space technology.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in engineering or a related science discipline.
- Experience leading the implementation of industry standards such as AS9100.
- Professional certifications such as:
- Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
- Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Lean / Six Sigma
