Supplier Procurement Quality Engineer

Axiom Space • Houston, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Axiom Space is a human space exploration company, building era-defining space infrastructure and delivering technology-driven solutions that will empower civilization to transcend Earth. Beginning with Axiom Station, successor to the International Space Station, the company is pioneering a next-generation orbital settlement that will foster groundbreaking innovation and research in microgravity and drive the global space economy of tomorrow. Today, guided by the vision of leading humanity's expansion off planet, Axiom Space is the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services and developer of advanced spacesuits for the Moon and beyond. Axiom Space fosters a work environment inclusive of all perspectives. We are the pioneers of commercial space, leading the transformation of low-Earth orbit into a global space marketplace. Our mission-driven team is seeking a bold and dynamic Supplier Quality Engineer who is fueled by high accountability, execution horsepower, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond. Since Axiom Space is a very complex work environment, we are looking for a resilient, high-energy Supplier Quality Engineer that helps our suppliers be compliant with customer contractual and AS9100 requirements. Manage our approved supplier list and support supplier quality processes. This includes invoking supplier quality requirements, verification of purchased products, surveillance/assessments, non-conformance management, and continuous improvement initiatives. This individual will have a strong commitment to customer requirements, quality management system requirements and meeting our stakeholders’ needs with a passion for quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• 15 + years of experience in Supplier/Procurement Quality Engineering or Specialist for human spaceflight or aerospace.
• Strong working knowledge of AS 9100 Quality Management System.
• Ability to plan, perform analysis, report results and mitigate risk regarding quality requirements, product & process assessments/audits and performance trends for products and services.
• Experience with Customer and/or Supplier Contract/Purchase order review and flow down compliance.
• Experience working with engineering drawings and industry specifications /standard requirements.
• Experience with verification of purchased products and auditing.
• Experience with developing procedures and work instructions
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to address project challenges. This includes RCCA, containment, preventative action, continuous improvement and statistical analysis.
• ERP working knowledge.
• Demonstrated time management and organization skills to meet tight deadlines and quality objectives
• Highly proficient in MS Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Track record of making things happen in ambiguous, fast-moving environments
• Uses good judgement to problem-solve proactively, positively impacting hard challenges
• Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high-quality results
• Passion for space and the mission
• Entrepreneurial, growth mindset
• High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally
• Tech-solutioning in using systems and tools to move smarter and faster
• Embody our core values of leadership, innovation, and teamwork.
• Accountability
• Technical Rigor
• Execution Discipline
• Pride of Delivery

Nice To Haves

• Experience with AS9102, NADCAP, and PPAP is desired but not required.
• Cost Point ERP knowledge desired but not required

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply supplier quality and supplier management processes in compliance with AS9100 standard and contractual requirements.
• Development of our suppliers to meet contractual and compliance requirements.
• Conduct supplier assessments/audits and support continuous improvements
• Conduct verification (inspection) of purchased product and surveillance of product and processes as needed. This may be completed on site at a supplier facility or at Axiom Space.
• Develop and maintain records and performance of the Axiom Space external providers Key Performance Indicators
• Conduct initial qualification reports of external suppliers for the inclusion to the Approved Supplier List. Manage the Approved Supplier List.
• Establish and approve applicable quality clause flow down requirements for the procurement of Human Space Flight goods and services
• Develop working relationships with external providers to maintain a seamless supply chain of goods and services.
• Support non-conformance management, part containment, supplier deliverables, supplier corrective actions and verification of purchased parts
• Develop supplier quality reports/presentations and perform other Safety and Mission Assurance (S&MA) tasks as necessary
• Maintain and improve the Axiom quality processes and procedures
• Implement and ensure adherence to the nonconformance system that ensures nonconformances are investigated, contained, trends are tracked, and issues resolved
• Develop supplier quality reports/presentations to S&MA and program leadership in alignment with our Quality Policy, QMS, and Quality Manual to support the objectives and goals of S&MA
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define project scope, goals, and deliverables
• Communicating project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership
• Implementing and maintaining agile project management methodologies throughout the project lifecycle
• Perform additional job duties as assigned

Benefits

• Axiom Space is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Axiom Space does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Axiom Space is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Axiom Space does not discriminate on the basis of race, regional color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior