Senior Quality Engineer

United States·WestminsterFull-timesenior

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Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.

We are looking to add an experienced and talented Senior Quality Engineer to our team. In this position, you use a variety of process improvement tactics, including lean manufacturing, Six Sigma methodology, and Kaizen. Your job is to collect data and analyze current operating procedures to determine which continuous improvement process technique is the best for our situation. QA Engineer will also be responsible for the inception, maintenance and update of central directives pertaining to systematic problem solving, process quality engineering and Lean manufacturing principles within QMS. This role is multi-dimensional requiring interfacing with internal customers (Management, Engineering (SW & HW), and Manufacturing) to drive the corrective action culture and in due course transitioning into a lean process quality engineer optimizing the production system using lessons learned (LL) methodology and Lean/ Six sigma principles.

Identifies and addresses improvement opportunities and develop root cause countermeasures.

Leads and facilitates process improvement workshops and improvement projects to drive business results across the organization.

Mentors, influences, and develops potential lean practitioner candidates through projects and events driving change.

Develops and drives Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and continuous improvement roadmaps and action plans.

Ensures lean activities are aligned with goals, metrics, and business strategy.

Provides leadership with awareness, knowledge, and guidance of Lean and/or Six Sigma principles, methodologies, and tools to support achievement of business objectives.

Plans, coordinates, and leads employee development training in Lean and Six Sigma.

Performs machine capability (CmK) and test equipment capability (GR&R) studies in manufacturing and metrology using appropriate statistical software.

Support internal, external, and AS9100 quality audits.

Support the development and implementation of performance metrics.

Assist with other QA duties as assigned. 

Bachelor’s degree required, engineering or related degree preferred.

Minimum of 5+ years relevant work experience.

Experience with continuous quality improvement activities in a manufacturing environment.

Experience with AS9100 or ISO9001 Quality Management Systems compliance.

Demonstrated history of leading Kaizen events that eliminated waste and improved flow.

Strong digital, written, and verbal communication skills. 

Root Cause analysis and Continuous Improvement.

Value Stream Mapping.

Lean Six Sigma.

Manufacturing experience in the aerospace or electronics industry. 

Six Sigma Black Belt / Green Belt Certified.

AS9100 / ISO 9000 Auditor.

CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.

CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.