Quality Assurance Engineer, MTS/ Sr. MTS

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration – to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.

The Systems Engineering Division (SED) provides unmatched experience in systems engineering to the U.S. government and to numerous public and private agencies, universities, nonprofit organizations, consortia, and commercial companies involved in the advanced application of space technology. From systems architecture development to system analysis and optimization, astrodynamics, orbital debris, navigation, failure analysis, mission assurance, cost and schedule assessment, and economic market analysis, SED exploits an incredibly broad array of engineering and business disciplines against a diverse and dynamic portfolio of programs and national challenges.

The Systems and Operations Assurance Department provides expertise in Quality Engineering for activities associated with the design, manufacturing, integration, and testing of space systems hardware. We’re looking for motivated candidates to join our high-performing and collaborative team to help evolve our capabilities to meet the technical challenges of tomorrow. The position requires a solid understanding of QA requirements and the flexibility to apply fundamental Quality Engineering skills and concepts across a typical program lifecycle.

Work Model: This position is hybrid with 3 days on-site required.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Apply fundamental Quality Engineering expertise and concepts across a full program lifecycle

• Identify and evaluate risks, trade-offs, and mitigation plans for tailored QA requirements

• Employ a rigorous and methodical approach to problem-solving and root cause analysis

• Participate in gated design and hardware production readiness reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, MRR, TRR, PSR) providing technical assessments and recommendations to customers

• Participate in hardware Failure Review Boards providing risk assessments, reach across evaluations and recommendations to customers

• Perform electronic hardware mandatory inspections at prime contractors and sub-tier suppliers/subcontractors

• Perform independent pedigree, End Item Data Package and Hardware Acceptance reviews

• Develop and execute process and product assessments and audits beginning with audit/assessment planning through verification of corrective and/or preventive actions

• Deliver independent, data-driven technical advice and feedback to management and customers through effective, compelling verbal and written communication

• Travel to customer and/or government facilities while representing the company and department in a professional manner

This position is available as an Member Technical Staff or a Sr. Member of Technical Staff.

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements for a Member of Technical Staff:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field in science

• 2 years of technical experience as a quality or manufacturing Engineer in aerospace-related manufacturing

• Experience with QMS standards including ISO 9001 and/or AS9100

• Experience with workmanship standards including IPC J-STD-001 and NASA 8739.x series

• Experience performing audits and participating on Independent Review Teams (IRTs)

• Familiarity with industry compliance standards and contract flow down

• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and nonconformance reports

• Ability to travel to contractor and/or government facilities (estimated 30% of time on travel)

• This position requires a current and active TS/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

Minimum Requirements for a Sr. Member of Technical Staff:

• All the above requirements to include a total of 5 years of experience
• Experience working with suppliers and subcontractors to resolve technical issues

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