Senior Quality Manager

Application close date:

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

As a member of the Blue Origin family of companies Honeybee Robotics has been at the forefront of robotics for over 40 years, establishing ourselves as pioneers in developing novel exploration systems for the most extreme planetary environments. At our Southern California location, we look to "Touch Life" by supporting planetary science, including every NASA Mars rover since Spirit and Opportunity. We aim to "Mine the Sky" through the development of practical In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) solutions.

We search for technically brilliant individuals in engineering, software, and support fields who take ownership of their work, enjoy collaborating in teams, and have a laser focus on the details that drive excellence.

As a member of the Blue Origin family of companies Honeybee Robotics has been at the forefront of robotics for over 40 years, establishing ourselves as pioneers in developing novel exploration systems for the most extreme planetary environments. At our Southern California location, we look to "Touch Life" by supporting planetary science, including every NASA Mars rover since Spirit and Opportunity. We aim to "Mine the Sky" through the development of practical In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) solutions.

We search for technically brilliant individuals in engineering, software, and support fields who take ownership of their work, enjoy collaborating in teams, and have a laser focus on the details that drive excellence.

As part of a hardworking team of diverse specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will be responsible for production and testing of electrical assemblies, assembly of printed circuit board assemblies, harnesses, and polymeric processes. The technician will also be responsible for the upkeep, orderliness, and inventory of the electronics lab and related assembly areas.

Responsibilities:

This position provides organizational support for customer programs and supplier quality requirements. The candidate will be responsible for quality engineering, system and process improvements, supplier development and RCCA activity including non-conformance analysis and implementation of effective countermeasures.

Decipher customer and program requirements. Develop a strategy and plan to enforce and execute the plan throughout the program lifecycle.

Develop key performing metrics and ensure QA processes are well maintained.

Manage a team of Quality Engineers and Quality Technicians.

Lead quality functions for assigned programs from proposal through shipment to customer while complying with customer requirements and achieving cost and delivery expectations.

Host customer quality audits and participates in internal quality audits.

Interface with suppliers and customers concerning program quality requirements.

Establish QA/QC tools for measuring supplier performance that affect our products and services.

Issue formal supplier corrective actions (SCARs) and work with them to resolve problems.

Issue internal and supplier Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA).

Provides advice and guidance in interpreting and adapting quality standards and government regulations.

Analyzes design reliability and quality to recommend process changes and enhancements.

Works closely with Engineering in bringing quality products to production readiness.

Track action plans from supplier audits and assessments and monitor their activity for completion and correctness.

Leads quality in production activities:

Interface with a variety of personnel in support of production including operators, quality engineers, inspectors, shop floor supervisors, program managers, project engineers and design engineers.

Requirements:

• The successful candidate preferably will have a BS/MS in science or engineering discipline
• Knowledge and understanding of current ISO 9001/AS 9100 quality systems.
• Working knowledge with interpretation of engineering specifications, mechanical drawing and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T).
• Knowledge of process capability concepts including Statistical Process Control (SPC) techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Supplier Quality Assurance experience.
• Understanding of, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing practices, Problem Solving Skills and in depth understanding ERP/MRP planning systems.
• Strong skills in MS Windows – Excel, Word and Power-point. Familiar with and able to work in MS Project.
• Preferred skills: Experience working in military or aerospace quality systems. Significant experience working directly with customers and suppliers.
• Base Pay Range for: CA applicants is $171,093.00 - $239,529.15
• Other site ranges may differ
• Culture Statement
• Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
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