Sr. Quality Systems Engineer

Lyten, Inc.; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 141,000 - 212,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Equity

Bonus program

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Lyten, Inc. is seeking a Staff Quality Systems Engineer to lead design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) across locations in the U.S. and Europe.

This hands‑on role requires prioritizing among opportunities, delivering practical solutions, and driving adoption with cross‑functional teams. The candidate will architect and expand QMS infrastructure, ensure alignment with customer and regulatory requirements, and guide ongoing improvements

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree AND 3+ years of experience in a relevant field.
• Master's degree AND 5+ years of experience in a relevant field.
• Bachelor's degree AND 7+ years of experience in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of ISO9001 Quality Systems.
• Experience with a variety of QMS software solutions and approaches.
• Direct operational experience with Internal Auditing, Document Management, Change Management, and Problem Solving.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and cross‑functional collaboration skills, including reporting up to executive level.

Responsibilities

• QMS Development: Maintain current state of QMS across locations; perform risk‑based gap assessments and prioritize closure; architect and build/improve QMS to close gaps.
• QMS Implementation: Roll out quality management system changes; maintain documentation; lead QMS training; provide administrative control for some elements.
• QMS Continuous Improvement: Monitor feedback on QMS effectiveness; address audit findings; provide regular status updates to leadership.

Skills

ISO 9001

QMS software

Auditing

Documentation

Cross-functional communication

Education

Doctorate degree

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

SharePoint

Job description

Lyten is leading an industrial revolution through Lyten 3D Graphene™, a breakthrough supermaterial unlocking a new generation of products — from lithium–sulfur batteries and energy storage systems to concrete admixtures, lightweight composites, and next‑generation sensors that are revolutionizing industries. Together, these innovations are making a massive global improvement and driving real‑world impact across energy, mobility, construction, and defense. At Lyten, we believe the most meaningful careers begin with purpose — and with people who want to make a difference. We’re not just developing advanced supermaterials — we’re about to change the world as we know it, reshaping how energy is stored, how products are built, and how progress is made. We’re entering an exciting growth phase, scaling production across the U.S. and Europe and expanding our team of engineers, scientists, and innovators.

We are seeking an experienced and driven Staff Quality Systems Engineer to join our Lyten Quality team. The Quality Systems Engineers will be a key member of the Quality organization responsible for designing, implementing, standardizing, and continuously improving the company’s Quality Management System (QMS).

This is a hands‑on role. The successful candidate will help build the QMS infrastructure required to support rapid growth while ensuring that processes remain practical, scalable, and aligned with customer and regulatory requirements. This role requires a candidate who is a thinker AND a doer – someone who can prioritize among competing opportunities, collaboratively develop a first revision solution, ensure effective adoption, and successfully drive continuous improvement at an appropriate pace.

Responsibilities

• QMS Development Maintain accurate assessment of current state of QMS across all locations and businesses Regularly perform risk‑based gap assessment of QMS relative to regulatory requirements, customer expectations, quality standards, and business needs. Prioritize gap closure and continuous improvement opportunities Architect and build/improve QMS to appropriately close gaps
• QMS Implementation Ensure effective and efficient roll‑out of quality management system changes Maintain accurate documentation of QMS Lead effective ongoing QMS training For some QMS elements, provide direct administrative control and execution
• QMS Continuous Improvement Monitor and respond to feedback from businesses on effectiveness and efficiency of QMS. Address findings from audits – both internal and external. Provide regular updates to business leaders on status and plans for QMS

Requirements & Qualifications

• Doctorate degree AND 3+ years of experience in a relevant field...
• Master's degree AND 5+ years of experience in a relevant field ...
• Bachelor's degree AND 7+ years of experience in a relevant field...OR equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of ISO9001 Quality Systems
• Experience with a variety of QMS software solutions and approaches
• Direct operational experience with Internal Auditing, Document Management, Change Management, and Problem Solving
• Excellent communication, documentation, and cross‑functional collaboration skills, including reporting up to executive level.

Preferred

• Experience with IATF16949 and VDA6.X
• Experience with APQP tools
• Proficiency with JIRA, Confluence, and SharePoint

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Must be able to sit, stand and use a computer for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.
• Must be able to lift, up to 30 lbs.
• No physical limitations to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators when required.
• Must collaborate and work well with other team members.
• Must be able to occasionally work in a dry room setting.

Compensations Range

The expected base salary range for this position is between $141,100.00 - $211,700.00 The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job‑related factors that may include location, relevant prior experience and/or education, or particular skills and expertise.

Disclosures

Pay Transparency Disclosure: This compensation and benefits information is based on Lyten’s estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. We generally do not negotiate on salary once we have made an offer. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job‑related factors that may include location, relevant prior experience and/or education, or particular skills and expertise. New hires joining the company tend to be paid within the starting base pay range noted above, with opportunities to increase pay over time based on development of additional skills, competencies, and company‑specific knowledge. In addition to base pay this position is eligible for tier based bonus and equity, healthcare, dental, vision, corporate discounts, paid holidays, PTO and sick time, 401K, employee relocation plan (if applicable).

Export/ITAR Compliance Disclosure

Certain positions within Lyten, Inc. require compliance with export control laws and, as a result, all interviewed candidates will be screened pre‑interview to determine their eligibility in light of export restrictions. This position requires access to technology, software and other information that is subject to governmental access control restrictions, due to export controls. Employment in this position is conditioned on the continued availability of government authorization to authorize release of such items, to the extent required, including without limitation an export license, or other documentation required to establish authorization to receive access to such items. Company may delay commencement of employment, rescind an offer of employment, terminate employment, and/or may modify job responsibilities, compensation, benefits, and/or access to Company facilities and information systems, as Company deems appropriate, in order to ensure compliance with applicable government access control restrictions.

Why Work at Lyten

At Lyten, you’ll be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible in energy, materials, and manufacturing. We’re not just imagining the future — we’re building it today with breakthrough technologies that are changing how products are made and how industries innovate. Our people are the heart of that mission. From world‑class scientists and engineers to creative problem‑solvers in operations, manufacturing, and commercialization, every member of the Lyten team plays a role in turning bold ideas into real‑world impact. We believe that the best work happens when you’re doing great things in the world — with people you like. Collaboration, curiosity, and a shared sense of purpose drive everything we do.

What You’ll Find at Lyten

A mission that matters: Contribute directly to solving complex challenges in energy, mobility, and materials innovation. Cutting‑edge innovation: Work on technologies at the intersection of materials science, energy storage, and advanced manufacturing that strengthen energy security and local supply chains. Extraordinary people: Join a team of talented, friendly, and down‑to‑earth innovators who support, challenge, and inspire one another every day. Teamwork and culture: Experience a workplace built on trust, respect, and shared success — where collaboration fuels breakthroughs and everyone’s ideas are heard. Global impact: Help scale new materials and energy solutions that reinforce industrial resilience across the U.S. and Europe. Career growth: Be part of a fast‑moving company entering a commercial growth phase, with opportunities to lead, learn, and make your mark. Purpose‑driven values: Thrive in an environment that celebrates ingenuity, optimism, and meaningful progress — together.

Lyten offers the opportunity to do the most important work of your career — helping build the technologies that will power the next century of innovation. Join us, and help transform industries, communities, and the planet with friends who share your drive to make a difference.

Founded in 2015 in Silicon Valley, California, Lyten is transforming the future of energy and materials innovation to build a stronger, more resilient world. Our breakthrough innovation, Lyten 3D Graphene™, is a brand‑new supermaterial that enables the creation of products that perform better and cost less. Lyten is rapidly scaling operations across the U.S. and Europe. Our lithium–sulfur (Li‑S) batteries—free from nickel, manganese, cobalt and graphite—deliver higher energy density and lighter weight while enabling a more secure, independent supply chain and a next‑generation alternative to traditional lithium‑ion chemistry. The acquisition of Northvolt’s assets in California, Poland, Sweden and Germany has established a strong foundation for Lyten’s global energy storage growth, including Europe’s largest Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) manufacturing facility. Beyond battery systems, Lyten’s platform technology extends to high‑performance concrete admixtures, advanced composites, adhesives, and sensors, redefining material performance across industries from automotive and aerospace to construction and defense. Lyten has raised over $625 million in equity and received support from the U.S. Export‑Import Bank to provide up to $650 million in financing for international customer energy storage projects. Recognized as one of Fast Company’s “Most Innovative Energy Companies,” one of TIME’s “Top Green Technology Companies,” and a Silicon Valley Defense Group Top 100 National Security Company, Lyten is leading the next wave of high‑performance materials and energy systems that enhance energy security and supply chain resilience. Our lithium–sulfur batteries have been selected to power Chrysler’s Halcyon Concept EV. Behind every Lyten innovation is a world‑class team of scientists, engineers, and business leaders from some of the most respected technology, energy, and manufacturing companies — all united by a shared mission to make a lasting global impact. We’re entering an exciting growth phase — expanding production, launching new products, and hiring exceptional talent across engineering, operations, manufacturing, and commercialization.

Lyten is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled.

If you’re ready to shape the next era of advanced materials and product innovation — while working alongside some of the brightest minds in science and engineering — join Lyten and help us build the next industrial revolution.