Build Reliability Manager at Astrolab

What you'll do:

• Lead build out of build reliability team 
• Process improvement activities across the organization including design, inventory, manufacturing, integration, test, inspection, etc. 
• Define and document inspection requirements and procedures 
• Create training for production and inspection processes
• Author planning, test plans, and training to execute processes and collect data, ensuring efficient and stable quality at increasing production volumes
• Contain non-conforming hardware in collaboration with quality, production, and design groups to ensure systemic issues are corrected, and risk is managed for the fleet
• Work closely with design teams to improve DFM and requirement fulfillment. Aggressively modify requirements and manufacturing process where design intent and production rate are incompatible
• Conduct build quality reviews to identify repeat and high impact issues. Drive corrective action

What you'll bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) related field
• 3+ years of experience in quality assurance, build reliability, design engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related engineering or quality function.   

• Experience with space-grade materials and manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of environmental testing for space applications
• Experience with managing Quality processes and system rollouts 
• Proven track record in implementing quality systems in a manufacturing environment 
• Proficient in quality management tools like Six Sigma, Lean, FMEA, SPC  
• Familiarity with CAD software, inspection equipment, and statistical analysis tools 
• Certifications: Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or similar certification is highly desirable  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities  
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex information clearly 
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to quality issues
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams, technical projects, or engineering initiatives in a manufacturing or product development environment.

Benefits and Perks

• Join a team of best-in-class engineers building the foundation of planetary surface exploration
• Equity ownership in the company
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and mental health support
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Flexible PTO and parental leave
• Home office set up reimbursement
• Weekly lunch stipend, plus complimentary snacks and beverages on-site
• Once a month social hour on-site with food and drinks