Quality Engineer

Katalyst Space; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation bonus

Employee Stock Option and Equity Plan

Medical, Vision, and Dental coverage

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Job summary

Katalyst Space in Colorado is seeking a results‑driven Quality Engineer to join our hardware manufacturing team. You will implement and maintain the quality management system, investigate nonconformances, and drive corrective actions with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, 3+ years in manufacturing or hardware quality, and experience with a structured QMS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or other technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or hardware quality environment.
• Experience with a structured Quality Management System (QMS).
• Experience investigating and resolving nonconformances and working with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Establish, implement, and maintain quality management system procedures and processes.
• Provide management system training and guidance to internal stakeholders.
• Resolve hardware and process nonconformances by leading investigations and implementing corrective actions.
• Build and maintain a supplier quality dashboard to track performance metrics and corrective actions.
• Establish and maintain a formal calibration system for measurement equipment and third‑party providers.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to reduce defects and increase production efficiency.
• Develop and deliver quality management training and reinforce process discipline.
• Work with procurement and engineering to ensure quality requirements are defined and executed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Stakeholder management

Process-oriented

Ownership mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

QMS software

Job description

Katalyst Description

Katalyst is an American technology company focused on dynamic space operations. We are building a fleet of dual-use multipurpose robotic space vehicles to create the future where maneuvering, upgrading, refueling, resupply and exploration are as routine as they are on Earth. Getting to space and overcoming the gravity well is only half the story. What you do there is the future. We are not building the trains. We are building the machines that lay down the tracks. By developing the foundational capabilities that make sustained, responsive operations possible, we enable a new era of space exploration that strengthens national security and ensures freedom of action in an increasingly contested domain.

Katalyst Description

Katalyst is an American technology company focused on dynamic space operations. We are building a fleet of dual-use multipurpose robotic space vehicles to create the future where maneuvering, upgrading, refueling, resupply and exploration are as routine as they are on Earth. Getting to space and overcoming the gravity well is only half the story. What you do there is the future. We are not building the trains. We are building the machines that lay down the tracks. By developing the foundational capabilities that make sustained, responsive operations possible, we enable a new era of space exploration that strengthens national security and ensures freedom of action in an increasingly contested domain.

Katalyst Culture

Working at Katalyst is intense, hands‑on, and deeply rewarding. You'll take real ownership and see your work move from concept to operations in an environment where the problems are hard and the impact is real. We value humility, craftsmanship, and doing things the right way, even when it’s harder. You'll work closely with thoughtful, driven teammates who push each other to do their best.

What You'll Do

• Establish, implement, and maintain quality management system procedures and processes.
• Provide management system training and guidance to Katalyst internal stakeholders to build, implement and improve policies and procedures.
• Resolve hardware and process nonconformances by leading investigations, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective actions that prevent recurrence.
• Build and maintain a supplier quality dashboard to track performance metrics, audit results, nonconformances, and corrective actions.
• Establish and maintain a formal calibration system to track all measurement and test equipment, ensure timely calibration, maintain traceable records, and manage third‑party calibration providers.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to reduce defects, improve yield, and increase production efficiency.
• Develop and deliver quality management training, reinforce process discipline, and drive corrective action when procedures are not followed.
• Work with procurement and engineering teams to ensure quality requirements are clearly defined and executed.

What We're Looking For

• You have acute attention to detail.
• You are highly disciplined and process-oriented while focused on improving and building systems that make sense as opposed to blindly following flawed processes.
• You are experienced managing stakeholders, holding internal team and suppliers accountable
• You have a high sense of ownership, and enjoy seeing issues through to resolution and ensuring corrective actions are implemented

Your Ideal Background

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or other technical field required
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or hardware quality environment
• Experience working with a structured Quality Management System
• Experience investigating and resolving nonconformances
• Experience working with suppliers and managing quality-related issues

Anticipated salary range for this role is $110,000 - $145,000

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at Katalyst. You will also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of the Employee Stock Option and Equity Plan, as well as a relocation bonus and other discretionary bonuses. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, and unlimited Paid Time Off.

At Katalyst our work on projects involving the U.S. Department of Defense requires adherence to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 C.F.R. Parts 120-130, which requires compliance with U.S. export laws before allowing employees to perform certain positions. Currently, our available roles necessitate access to ITAR-controlled information, and as a result, Katalyst would have to ensure any non-US person is authorized access to ITAR information before the commencement of employment. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.