Spacecraft Quality Engineer (Mid)
Apex
Quality Assurance
Los Angeles, CA, USA
Posted on Nov 20, 2024
Spacecraft represent the most pressing unmet need across the entire aerospace industry. As more launch vehicles come online and the cost to orbit decreases, more companies launching payloads to space continue to emerge.
For the first time in history, this influx of payload companies combined with reduced launch costs has resulted in a massive increase in need for commercial spacecraft platforms, known as satellite buses. These buses hold the payloads of our customers and are flown on launch vehicles.
Apex manufactures these satellite buses at scale using a combination of software, vertical integration, and hardware that is designed for manufacturing. Our spacecraft enable the future of society: ranging from earth observation to communications and more.
We’d love for you to join us on our mission of providing humankind access to the galaxy beyond our planet.
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Quality Engineer to join our team! The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering, quality assurance, and supplier management. This role is critical to ensuring that our suppliers meet the highest standards of quality, reliability, and performance, ultimately contributing to the overall success of our operations.
Responsibilities:
- Assess potential suppliers based on their capabilities, capacity, quality systems, and performance history. Conduct on-site audits and evaluations to ensure compliance with company standards and industry regulations.
- Monitor and analyze supplier performance metrics including quality, delivery, and cost. Develop and implement supplier performance improvement plans, including corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Work closely with suppliers to resolve technical issues and provide engineering support. Collaborate with internal teams, including engineering and procurement to ensure alignment on specifications, requirements, and expectations.
- Ensure suppliers adhere to quality standards and regulatory requirements. Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for any quality issues. Develop and maintain supplier quality manuals and documentation.
- Lead supplier development projects including new product introductions, process improvements, and cost reduction initiatives. Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful completion.
- Identify and mitigate risks associated with supplier performance and supply chain disruptions.
Requirements:
- U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Aerospace, or related field).
- 3+ years of experience in supplier development, quality assurance, or supply chain management.
- Proven experience with supplier evaluation, audits, and performance management.
- Knowledge of quality systems and standards (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100).
- Proficiency in data analysis and statistical process control (SPC).
- Strong problem-solving and project management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
Differentiators:
- Certifications such as Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt, Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP).
Salary Range: $105,000 - $135,000 a year
The stated compensation range reflects only the targeted base salary range and excludes additional benefits. If your salary requirements fall outside of the range, we still encourage you to apply.
Benefits
Apex believes in creating a work environment that you look forward to embracing every day. Our employees love working at Apex, and we want you to love it too. We offer the following benefits:
• Shared upside: receive equity in Apex, letting you benefit from the work you create.
• Best-in-class healthcare, dental, vision plans. The primary and dependents’ premium is 99%+ covered.
• Enjoy our comprehensive PTO package, to reset and recharge.
• Competitive 401(k) plan and matching.
• Paid parental leave.
• Daily lunch and unlimited snacks!
• Community events like monthly office BBQs, pickleball tournaments, a run club and more!
• Your dream desk setup, tools, and whatever else you need to be your most productive self.
• A world class office located in Playa Vista, filled with amazing coworkers and social gatherings for you and your family.
• An opportunity to make a real impact in the aerospace industry.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Apex Technology, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance. We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.