Quality Manager

Espace; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Continuous learning and development

Health and wellness care options

Paid time off

Job summary

E-Space, located in Arlington, Texas, is seeking a Quality Engineer to develop and maintain a Quality Management System compliant with aerospace standards. The role involves leading audits, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating cross-functionally to ensure quality execution.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, 5–10 years of experience in quality management, and familiarity with relevant quality tools. Join a team committed to innovation in the space industry and enjoy a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in quality engineering or management in aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing.
• Proven experience implementing AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality systems.
• Strong knowledge of FMEA, Control Plans, PPAP, and 8D problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain a Quality Management System compliant with AS9100 and ISO 9001 standards.
• Lead and coordinate internal and external audits, including customer, supplier, and certification body audits.
• Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions.

Skills

Quality Management Systems

FMEA

AS9100 compliance

Lean methodologies

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field

Tools

Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Job description

Ready to make connectivity from space universally accessible, secure and actionable? Then you’ve come to the right place!

E-Space is bridging Earth and space to enable hyper‑scaled deployments of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and services. We are building a highly advanced low Earth orbit (LEO) space system that will fundamentally change the design, economics, manufacturing and service delivery associated with traditional satellite and terrestrial IoT systems.

We’re intentional, we’re unapologetically curious and we’re 100% committed to innovate space‑based communications and deliver actionable intelligence that will expand global economies, protect space and our planet and enhance our overall quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain a Quality Management System (QMS) compliant with AS9100 and ISO 9001 standards.
• Lead and coordinate internal and external audits, including customer, supplier, and certification body audits.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to perform Design FMEA (DFMEA) and Process FMEA (PFMEA) analyses.
• Create and maintain Control Plans, inspection criteria, and acceptance standards for critical processes.
• Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Develop Supplier Quality processes, conduct supplier evaluations, and manage non‑conformance reports. Supplier Defect books.
• Champion continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
• Establish and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for product quality, yield, and audit performance.
• Train and mentor team members on quality tools, inspection methods, and documentation practices.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with engineering, operations, and supply chain to ensure first‑time‑right execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field.
• 5–10 years of experience in quality engineering or management in aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing.
• Proven experience implementing AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality systems.
• Strong working knowledge of FMEA, Control Plans, PPAP, and 8D problem‑solving.
• Familiarity with GD&T, metrology, and statistical process control (SPC) tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Certification such as ASQ CQE or Six Sigma Green Belt preferred.

Why E‑Space is right for you:

As a member of our team, you will play a crucial role in driving our success. Our team members have a strong sense of dedication and responsibility; this includes a strong commitment to our mission to create an entirely new suite of global capabilities to improve lives, business efficiencies and build a smarter planet. This means that there will be times when extra hours, including nights and weekends, may be needed to meet critical deadlines and mission goals. In return, we offer a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a high‑growth industry.

Benefits

• An opportunity to really make a difference
• Sustainability at our core
• Fair and honest workplace
• Innovative thinking is encouraged
• Competitive salaries
• Continuous learning and development
• Health and wellness care options
• Financial solutions for the future
• Optional legal services (US only)
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off