Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

SkyGrid, LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401k contributions

Mindfulness resources

ClassPass

L&D stipend

Team events

Kitchen access

Job summary

SkyGrid, a Wisk Company, based in Austin, TX, seeks a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer to lead QA for all SkyGrid products across systems, software, and hardware. You will apply ARP-4754, DO-178C/DO-254, and QMS standards to ensure compliance and reliability.

You’ll collaborate with Engineering and Program teams, report to the Director of Assurance, and help define processes while enforcing procedures. Hybrid role preferred, remote possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM.
• 10+ years in a highly technical aerospace-related industry.
• 5+ years in QA for highly complex systems (DAL C+).
• Strong working knowledge of AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Experience leading QA audits with regulators across the lifecycle.
• Effective communication and regulatory-focused discussion skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate corporate level QMS through the business pyramid with SMS and SecMS.
• Develop company policies, operating procedures, and work instructions.
• Ensure an audit process exists for compliance at product and program level.
• Understand FAA and foreign regulatory standards and determine required compliance.
• Oversee staffing plans and identify risks, escalating as needed.
• Act as primary interface to regulatory authorities for QA.
• Monitor new standards and potential impacts on the program.
• Manage assurance and certification risks and report them timely.

Skills

QA processes

ARP-4754

DO-178C/DO-254

AS9100

ISO 9001

Regulatory knowledge

Audits

Education

B.S. in STEM

Job description

SkyGrid, a Wisk Company, exists to open the sky for autonomous flight. Based in Austin, Texas, SkyGrid builds ground-based high-assurance third-party services to enable the safe operations and airspace integration of highly automated and autonomous aircraft. SkyGrid also acts as a key operational nexus for advanced air mobility, integrating and managing data, infrastructure, access, and traffic to support seamless and efficient air traffic services.

The SkyGrid team is looking for a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer to manage system, software, and hardware quality assurance for all SkyGrid products. The ideal candidate will have a background in systems and software quality assurance with expert knowledge in quality processes and guidelines as established by ARP-4754, RTCA DO-178C and DO-254. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have a background in corporate quality assurance and is familiar with Quality Management System (QMS) associated standards such as AS9100D, AS9100, or ISO900. This role will work closely with the Engineering and Program organizations to define processes, methods, and enforce compliance by assessing adherence to the operating procedures and working instructions. This position reports to the Director of Assurance and while a hybrid workplace is preferred, it can be considered a fully remote role.

Performance Objectives

• Develop QMS streamlining with SMS and SecMS within the first year.
• Conduct monthly QMS audits for each discipline per AS9100D Business Management Review.
• Conduct regular QMS audits in preparation for annual AS9100D evaluation and continued re-certification.
• Address open actions, CARS, and SOI audit reviews from conception to closure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate corporate level QMS through business pyramid that aligns with SMS and SecMS.
• Develop company policies, operating procedures, and work instructions.
• Ensure audit process exists for compliance at company and product/program level.
• Able to understand regulatory standards as defined by FAA and foreign regulatory agencies, and decipher the level of compliance required.
• Ensure compliance at the product/program level per planning document.
• Manage teams and ensure staffing needs are identified.
• Identify company and program risks and communicate to relevant parties for a timely resolution.
• Act as primary interface/contact to regulatory authorities for quality assurance.
• Monitor new and novel standards that may be levied to the company or program.
• Manage and report assurance and certification risks for escalation and resolution in a timely manner.
• Represent SkyGrid at applicable industry organizations and events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM.
• 10+ years of experience working in a highly technical, aerospace-related industry.
• 5+ years of experience in quality assurance for highly complex system (DAL C and higher).
• Strong working knowledge of AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Experience leading quality assurance audits with regulators throughout the entire program development lifecycle.
• Effective communication skills, self-driven, and capable of participating in regulatory focused discussions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience presenting concisely to large groups of people including customers, regulatory authorities, internal technical groups, and leadership teams.
• Familiarity with certification standards such as 14 CFR Part 23, 25, 27, or 29.

Join Our Team and Enjoy Exceptional Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage from Day One: Enjoy immediate access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, including HSA and FSA options.
• Generous Retirement Contributions: Benefit from an automatic company 401k contribution program, with no match required, plus an additional company matching program to boost your retirement savings.
• Calm Annual Membership: Prioritize your mental health with complimentary access to mindfulness and meditation resources.
• Discounted ClassPass Membership: Stay active and healthy with access to thousands of fitness studios and gyms nationwide.
• Investment in Your Growth: Receive an annual stipend for learning and development to support your continuous education and skill development.
• Engaging Team Activities: Participate in quarterly team-building events and celebrations organized by our dedicated culture committee.
• Fully Stocked Kitchen: Enjoy a variety of snacks and beverages to keep you fueled throughout the day.

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

An employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, if it does not pose undue hardship.