QA Engineering Manager

You will establish and lead the quality assurance function. You will implement a quality management system, define inspection and documentation processes, manage supplier quality, resolve root causes with engineering and production, maintain traceability, and prepare for FAA, DoD, and ISO audits.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead the quality assurance function
• Implement a Quality Management System across receiving, development, production, and delivery
• Establish inspection and documentation processes
• Define QA checkpoints and drive root-cause improvements
• Manage supplier quality and incoming inspection programs
• Ensure build documentation, traceability, and accountability
• Prepare for FAA, DoD, and ISO audits
• Build quality practices that support speed

Requirements

• 8+ years of quality assurance or quality engineering experience in aerospace, defense, or automotive manufacturing
• Experience establishing and scaling QMS processes in a production environment
• Knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, or equivalent frameworks
• Experience solving production and supplier issues
• Ability to collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and flight teams
• Documentation skills and attention to detail
• U.S. citizenship or permanent residency due to ITAR regulations

Benefits

• Stock options
• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401k
• Life insurance
• Relocation assistance for candidates moving to Austin