Senior QA & Mission Assurance Leader – Space Electronics

Rocketdyne; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocketdyne in Mason, Ohio seeks a Senior Manager, Quality & Mission Assurance to lead the Q&MA function for the Space Electronics unit. You will oversee a ~30-person team spanning Quality Engineering, Quality Control and Receiving/Inspection, ensuring products meet contractual and government requirements.

The role focuses on defect prevention, product integrity, and on-time delivery. You will translate complex technical needs into effective quality practices, partnering with Engineering,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and substantial leadership experience in quality or mission assurance.
• Experience leading multi-discipline teams in aerospace/defense environments.
• Knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001 and government standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership across Quality Engineering, Quality Control and Receiving/Inspection.
• Drive defect prevention and on-time delivery through robust quality programs.
• Lead sitewide quality improvements using DMAIC, FMEA and Lean methods.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Program Management and Supply Chain to meet commitments.
• Maintain certification and compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001 and customer requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Mgmt

AS9100

Lean / Six Sigma

Root Cause Analysis

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

16+ years experience alternative

Job description

Rocketdyne in Mason, Ohio seeks a Senior Manager, Quality & Mission Assurance to lead the Q&MA function for the Space Electronics unit. You will oversee a ~30-person team spanning Quality Engineering, Quality Control and Receiving/Inspection, ensuring products meet contractual and government requirements.

The role focuses on defect prevention, product integrity, and on-time delivery. You will translate complex technical needs into effective quality practices, partnering with Engineering,