ROLE
– Oversee quality assurance and control for payload/camera subsystems during development and production phases
– Analyze Payload specific requirements and specifications for further monitoring at suppliers and internally during AIT
– Review FMECAs to implement and monitor the defined mitigating actions
– Translate product requirements to define and conduct inspections of incoming materials, in-process assemblies, and finished products
– Monitor alignment and integration of the payload to the bus including calibrations
– Define milestone-based checks and verification procedures for the payload AIT
– Collaborate with production teams, ensuring quality oversight, identifying and escalating issues, and promoting compliance with specifications and standards
– Manage non-conformance dispositions, communicate with suppliers regarding issues, and escalate corrective actions as required
– Document and assist in risk management, including quantitative assessments and mitigation strategies
– Execute Measurement Systems Analysis and manage calibration and compliance
– Support the development of an approved supply chain by identifying and evaluating suppliers with engineering and supply chain teams
– Participate in Internal and External quality reviews and audits
– Analyze internal and external quality data to identify and act on opportunities for improvement

REQUIREMENTS
– Bachelor’s in mechanical or optical engineering
– 4+ years of experience in a quality role with the Aerospace/Defense/Space Quality department
– Experience working on space optics and optomechanical hardware
– Design or quality assurance experience in optics, sensors, electro-optics, opto-mechanics or cryocoolers, preferably in space domain
– Familiarity with thermal control systems and their implementations
– Strong knowledge of GD&T and interpretation of engineering drawings
– Understanding of precision inspection methods using mechanical and optical instruments
– Knowledge of space-qualified materials for opto-mechanics and adhesives
– Knowledge on geometrical, optical and radiometric calibrations of space cameras
– Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to address and resolve issues
– Proven experience in supplier evaluation, auditing, development, and performance metrics management

BENEFITS
– Health insurance coverage
– Unlimited leaves & flexible working hours
– Role-based remote work and work-from-home benefit
– Relocation assistance
– Professional Mental Wellness services
– Creche facility for primary caregivers
– Employee Stock Options for all hires