Vast · 3 hours ago
Senior Quality Engineer, E-2
Long Beach, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$130K/yr - $170K/yr
5+ years expVast is a company focused on developing next-generation space stations to support human presence in space. They are seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to create high-performing engines for small launchers, optimizing production and cost while ensuring quality and addressing manufacturing non-conformities.
Defense & Space
Responsibilities
Define and implement quality methodologies
Hands on dimensional inspection skills using mechanical tools
Identify and track manufacturing non-conformities and proactively work with manufacturing and engineering to address them
Use expertise to contribute to the prevention of defects and non-conformities, ultimately reducing the likelihood of recalls and/or customer complaints
Drive continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing quality data, identifying trends, and implementing corrective and preventive actions to enhance the overall quality of our products and reduce costs
CMM programming skills
Create and define technical and quality requirements based on customer and program requirements and expectations for NPI and manufacturing phases
Exert expert domain knowledge and effectively apply root cause analysis, FMEA, Cause Mapping, Cause & Effect diagrams, 8D, 5S and structured RCCA to drive effective and meaningful corrective action
Develop and approve process controls to regulate acceptance of critical characteristics
Recommend technical product improvements to reduce risk and potential defect opportunities and provide feedback as appropriate on manufacturing methods and technologies
Qualification
Required
5+ years experience with demand fast paced company working on quality, manufacturing or responsible engineer role
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other engineering discipline
Expert knowledge and experience in GD&T, CMM, MSA, Tooling, AS9100, AS9102, AS9103
Proficient in Blueprint Reading and First Article Inspection (FAI) and interpretation of Engineering Process Specifications
Define and implement quality methodologies
Hands on dimensional inspection skills using mechanical tools
Identify and track manufacturing non-conformities and proactively work with manufacturing and engineering to address them
Use expertise to contribute to the prevention of defects and non-conformities, ultimately reducing the likelihood of recalls and/or customer complaints
Drive continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing quality data, identifying trends, and implementing corrective and preventive actions to enhance the overall quality of our products and reduce costs
CMM programming skills
Create and define technical and quality requirements based on customer and program requirements and expectations for NPI and manufacturing phases
Exert expert domain knowledge and effectively apply root cause analysis, FMEA, Cause Mapping, Cause & Effect diagrams, 8D, 5S and structured RCCA to drive effective and meaningful corrective action
Develop and approve process controls to regulate acceptance of critical characteristics
Recommend technical product improvements to reduce risk and potential defect opportunities and provide feedback as appropriate on manufacturing methods and technologies
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
Preferred
Master's degree in engineering, business, or supply chain
Certified Black / Green belt lean and Six-Sigma quality engineering methodologies
Experience with Quality Management Systems (ISO 9000 / AS9100 / AS6500 / NADCAP)
Experience in statistical controls and methods (e.g. MSA, GR&R, Design of Experiments, Six Sigma, etc.)
Ability to thrive in a fast paced environment
Effective written, verbal and presentation communication skills
Benefits
100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
Flexible paid time off for exempt staff and up to 10 days of vacation for non-exempt staff
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
One Medical membership
ClassPass credits
Personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health
Other discounts and perks
Exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge
Lunch subsidized as part of Vast’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees
Company
Vast
Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and unlocking a new space economy for government, corporate, and private customers.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Max Haot
Chief Executive Officer
Alex Hudson
Chief Technology Officer
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