Principal Mission Assurance Engineer — Space Systems Leader

CesiumAstro; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company stock options

Generous benefits package including health, dental, vision

Job summary

CesiumAstro is seeking a Principal Mission Assurance Engineer in Austin, Texas, to lead mission assurance and quality processes for aerospace projects involving satellites and spacecraft. Candidates should have 8+ years of experience, preferably in high-reliability industries.

This role involves ensuring compliance with customer-specific requirements, conducting audits, and developing risk management strategies. A Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required, along with a deep understanding of mission assurance standards such as NASA and DoD.

Competitive salary and benefits package including stock options are offered.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant work experience or training required.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability industry.
• Deep knowledge of NASA, DoD, or similar high-reliability standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure program activities comply with mission assurance and quality requirements.
• Drive implementation of mission assurance processes.
• Lead investigation and disposition of major nonconformances.

Skills

Mission Assurance Requirements

Root Cause Analysis

Process Development

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field

Tools

AS9100 Quality Management System

Job description

CesiumAstro is seeking a Principal Mission Assurance Engineer in Austin, Texas, to lead mission assurance and quality processes for aerospace projects involving satellites and spacecraft. Candidates should have 8+ years of experience, preferably in high-reliability industries.

This role involves ensuring compliance with customer-specific requirements, conducting audits, and developing risk management strategies. A Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required, along with a deep understanding of mission assurance standards such as NASA and DoD.

Competitive salary and benefits package including stock options are offered.