Director of Quality Assurance

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$212,500.00 / yr - $261,800.00 / yr

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Senior Technical Recruiter - Program Manager

We’re seeking a Director of Quality and Mission Assurance to lead reliability, safety, and risk management for an advanced space hardware manufacturer. This executive-level position oversees all quality operations and ensures mission success from design through delivery.

The ideal candidate brings deep experience in aerospace quality standards, mission assurance leadership, and the ability to build systems that guarantee product reliability under the most demanding conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and lead the company's Mission Assurance strategy and framework
• Manage risk identification, mitigation, and mission‑critical tracking across programs
• Oversee Design Assurance and System Safety programs from concept to flight
• Lead the Failure Review Board (FRB) and ensure thorough root cause analysis
• Implement and maintain a comprehensive Quality Management System (QMS)
• Drive AS9100 certification and compliance with space industry standards
• Lead supplier quality programs, audits, and technical reviews
• Oversee manufacturing quality processes, MRB management, and non‑conformance control
• Foster a continuous improvement culture using Lean and Six Sigma tools
• Build, mentor, and scale a high‑performing quality and mission assurance team

Education & Experience

Preferred Qualifications

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Quality Assurance

Industries

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Location : Alameda, CA

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