QPM - Engine Quality Program Manager
Core
Develop and implement quality processes for the design, test, and manufacture of engine systems, serving as a liaison between the Quality organization and the Engine Program.
Role type
Senior IC Quality Program Manager (Engine Programs)
Builds
Reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and engine systems
Domain
Aerospace / Rocket Engine Manufacturing / Quality Assurance
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Quality engineering, contract review, resource planning, causal analysis, root cause identification, corrective action management, continuous improvement, AI/analytics tools for quality, reading engineering drawings (GD&T), AS9100/ISO9000 knowledge
Preferred skills
Start-up product transition experience, AS9145, Advanced Product Quality Planning, Production Part Approval Process, human spaceflight/rocket engine systems experience, NASA quality standards, contract clause coding (FAR/DFARS), CQE certification, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt
Technologies
AI tools, analytics platforms
Responsibilities
Serve as liaison between Quality organization and Engine Program; Coordinate quality input to Requests for Proposal; Perform contract review of customer quality requirements; Develop Program Quality Assurance Plan; Perform resource planning and manage Quality budget; Be the face of Blue Quality to internal and external customers; Participate in customer items and coordinate corrective actions; Present quality status and metrics at Program Management Reviews; Coordinate quality support for pre-ship and hardware acceptance reviews; Support Program-level Material Review and Risk Boards; Facilitate troubleshooting and lead causal analysis activities; Work with other Quality Program Managers to resolve systemic issues; Facilitate the Corrective Action Board; Find opportunities for continuous improvement of quality processes using AI/analytics; Drive a culture of personal accountability and attention to detail
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
