Spacecraft Quality Engineer

Apex Technology, Inc.•Los Angeles, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Apex Space is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Spacecraft Quality Engineer to join our team! The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering, quality assurance, and supplier management. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of quality in the development and production of spacecraft hardware components. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive quality assurance throughout the lifecycle of hardware components, from initial design and prototyping to final production and delivery.

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).
5+ 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.

Nice To Haves

ASQ CQE/CSQP Certification is preferred.
Working knowledge of Lean Methodology is preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure all spacecraft hardware components meet or exceed quality standards through rigorous testing, inspection, and validation process adherence.
Lead the development and execution of QMS manuals, processes, inspection instructions and forms for hardware components and subsystems.
Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and testing teams to identify and mitigate potential quality issues during the DFMA phase of product development.
Support the development of engineering specifications and ensure alignment between design goals and quality standards.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, address and mitigate quality issues from production and testing phases to delivery.
Collaborate with leadership in the development of quality metrics, Pareto charts and related tracking methods.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in hardware manufacturing processes, quality control systems, and operational procedures.
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including test plans, inspection reports, failure analysis reports, and quality audits.
Ensure proper risk management and compliance with industry standards such as AS9100, ISO 9001, and other applicable space industry certifications.
Identify and mitigate risks associated with supplier performance and supply chain disruptions by partnering with supply chain leadership and providing objective evidence of supplier caused rework, repair and down time.
Lead broad CAPA and specific RCCA efforts involving multidisciplinary teams using 8D, DMAIC and other QE tools as necessary.

Benefits

Shared upside: Receive equity in Apex, letting you benefit from the work you create
Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents, plus $100k life insurance at no cost
Comprehensive PTO package to reset and recharge - starting at 15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually, plus 10 paid holidays
Competitive 401(k) plan with generous matching - 100% match on first 3%, 50% on next 2%
8 weeks paid parental leave plus childcare reimbursement up to $350/day for work-related travel
Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks to keep you fueled throughout the day
Vibrant community: Monthly office BBQs, pickleball tournaments, run club, and social gatherings for you and your family
Your dream desk setup and all the tools you need to be your most productive self
World-class Playa Vista office with EV chargers, with the benefit of in-person collaboration with amazing coworkers and flexibility to integrate work and life
Real impact opportunity: Work alongside experts from aerospace, new space, and other cutting-edge industries to make a lasting difference