Relativity Space · 4 months ago
Quality Engineering Manager
Relativity Space is pioneering advancements in rocket technology and additive manufacturing. The Quality Engineering Manager will lead a high-performing quality team, develop inspection strategies, ensure compliance with standards, and drive continuous improvement in product quality.
3D TechnologyAerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing Quality team, including quality engineering, quality systems, and inspection functions
Develop and expand inspection strategies, equipment, and reporting systems to support complex additive manufacturing requirements and customer deliverables
Ensure adherence to customer contract requirements and external standards (ISO, AS, AWS, NAVSEA, MIL, etc.) in collaboration with Program Management and Engineering
Champion RCCA, nonconformance management, and preventive quality measures to improve product outcomes and reduce defects
Partner with Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, and Program teams to embed quality checkpoints and deliver robust certification packages
Lead internal and external audits, ensuring readiness for ISO/AS certifications and customer quality reviews
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing or a related technical field
7+ years of experience in manufacturing or quality roles with at least 2 years in a leadership/managerial role
Strong knowledge of ISO9001 and/or AS9100 Quality Management System requirements, with proven experience leading certification or surveillance audits
Demonstrated ability to build and scale inspection processes and quality systems in a manufacturing environment
Strong leadership skills with experience managing, mentoring and developing technical teams across multiple quality functions
Excellent problem-solving, analytical and communication skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders
Preferred
Direct Experience in additive manufacturing quality control
Familiarity with NAVSEA, ASME, AWS and MIL standards
Benefits
Competitive salary and equity
Generous PTO and sick leave policy
Parental leave
Annual learning and development stipend
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Company
Relativity Space
Relativity Space is an aerospace company that designs, develops, and builds 3D printed rockets.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.36BKey Investors
FidelityTiger Global ManagementPlayground Global
2023-11-15Series F· $20M
2022-02-03Secondary Market
2021-06-08Series E· $650M
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