Quality and Safety Specialist

Astrion•Kennedy Space Center, FL, Florida

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Astrion is seeking a Quality and Safety Specialist to join our team at the Kennedy Space Center (KSC), supporting the LASSO II Contract. This is a full-time, onsite role where you’ll ensure mission-critical operations are conducted safely, effectively, and in compliance with LASSO II, NASA, federal, and industry standards. This position is ideal for a safety-conscious, detail-driven professional who thrives in dynamic environments where human spaceflight, cutting-edge technology, and mission success converge.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Quality, Engineering, Safety, Occupational Health, or related field
5+ years of combined relevant experience in quality assurance and EHS regulatory compliance
Excellent communication, presentation, and customer-facing skills
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access) and SharePoint
Ability to work independently and in a team environment with minimal supervision
Physical ability to climb stairs/ladders, wear PPE, and work both indoors and outdoors in hazardous operations and laboratory environments
U.S. Citizenship required

Nice To Haves

AS9100D Lead Auditor certification
OSHA 30 certification
Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
Industrial Hygiene background or field experience

Responsibilities

Provide oversight and implementation support for Astrion’s AS9100D-compliant Quality Management System
Serve as the primary internal auditor for the LASSO II contract performing audits and interfacing with employees and management
Serve as the primary point of contact between the LASSO II laboratory groups, NASA Quality, and customer audit teams
Perform quality inspection of GSE and flight hardware, including work involving cable fabrication, process changes, QMS compliance, supporting in house quality inspectors with guidance
Conduct site safety, health, and quality assessments across operational and research programs
Support hazardous operations, including work involving high-pressure gases, toxic materials, hypergolic propellants, confined spaces, and work-at-height
Review and approve Work Authorization Documents and perform hazard analyses
Investigate and resolve compliance issues in coordination with NASA, government agencies, and project teams
Partner with laboratory operations to maintain compliance with federal, NASA, and state safety and occupational health standards
Collaborate across multiple disciplines to ensure safe and efficient operations in high-consequence environments
Contribute to a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement in support of space exploration missions