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Quality Specialist

Astrolab
Hawthorne, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/23/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Description

Venturi Astrolab, Inc. (Astrolab) is pioneering new ways to explore and operate on distant planetary bodies. We are singularly focused on designing, building, and operating a fleet of multi-purpose commercial planetary rovers to extend and enhance humanity’s presence in the solar system. We are seeking motivated, creative, and exceptional people to join our world-class team.

We seek a meticulous and experienced Quality Specialist to join our dynamic team. The role involves ensuring that our manufacturing facility is meeting the highest standards of Quality and Reliability. The Quality Specialist will be key in maintaining our commitment to excellence, from component inspection to final assembly verification.

What you'll do :

  • Quality Assurance : Conduct rigorous testing and inspection of rover components and systems to ensure compliance with design specifications and performance requirements. Lead the rollout and maintenance of the non-conformance system
  • Process Improvement : Identify, analyze, and lead initiatives to improve manufacturing processes, reduce defects, and enhance quality control methodologies
  • Documentation : Develop, implement, and maintain quality control procedures and documentation, including test plans, quality manuals, and inspection records
  • Audit & Compliance : Perform internal audits to ensure adherence to ISO standards, aerospace-specific regulations, and other applicable quality norms. Prepare for and support external audits
  • Training & Development : Train and mentor manufacturing staff on quality standards, techniques, and the importance of quality in space applications
  • Problem Solving : Investigate quality issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions
  • Collaboration : Work closely with engineering, production, and supply chain teams to integrate quality considerations at every stage of product development and manufacturing

What's Prepared You :

Minimum :

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Engineering, or a related field
  • 5 years of experience in quality assurance / control, preferably within the aerospace or high-tech manufacturing sector
  • Proven track record in implementing quality systems in a manufacturing environment
  • Proficient in quality management tools like Six Sigma, Lean, FMEA, SPC
  • Familiarity with CAD software, inspection equipment, and statistical analysis tools
  • Certifications : Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or similar certification is highly desirable
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex information clearly
  • Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to quality issues
  • Preferred :

  • Experience with space-grade materials and manufacturing processes.
  • Knowledge of environmental testing for space applications.
  • Experience with managing Quality processes and system rollouts
  • What We Offer :

  • Work with a team of best-in-class engineers building the foundation of planetary surface exploration
  • Ownership in the company
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with matching
  • Flexible time off and parental leave
  • On-site snacks, beverages, and 2x weekly lunches
  • Flexible work environment
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