Sr. Quality Systems Engineer

SpaceX develops technologies to enable human life on Mars and make space exploration possible.
Cape Canaveral, FL 32920, USA
$125,000 - $175,000
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5+ years of experience
Space

Description For Sr. Quality Systems Engineer

SpaceX, a pioneering space exploration company, is seeking a Senior Quality Systems Engineer to join their mission of enabling human life on Mars. This role combines technical expertise with quality management leadership, requiring someone with strong engineering fundamentals and extensive experience in AS9100 Quality Management Systems.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $125,000 to $175,000 per year, along with comprehensive benefits including equity opportunities and medical coverage. As a Sr. Quality Systems Engineer, you'll lead cross-functional teams in maintaining and improving quality management systems, interface with government customers, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of quality management experience, strong technical writing abilities, and proficiency in data analysis tools. You'll work in a fast-paced environment where your decisions directly impact the safety and success of space missions. This role requires someone who can balance attention to detail with strategic thinking, while navigating complex aerospace regulations and standards.

Working at SpaceX means being part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of space technology. You'll collaborate with some of the industry's brightest minds while contributing to the company's ultimate goal of making humanity multi-planetary. The position requires travel between facilities and the ability to obtain necessary security clearances, making it ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a quality systems professional who wants to make a lasting impact on the future of space exploration while working with cutting-edge technology and processes. Join SpaceX in their mission to revolutionize space technology and help establish humanity's presence beyond Earth.

Last updated 13 days ago

Responsibilities For Sr. Quality Systems Engineer

  • Lead cross-functional teams in AS9100 Quality Management Systems certification activities
  • Provide management system training and guidance to internal stakeholders
  • Assess core business processes through internal audit
  • Manage corrective and preventive action process
  • Interface with Government Customers on management system data
  • Administer external documents and web-based subscription services
  • Monitor and report management system data to leadership
  • Provide feedback in steering meetings

Requirements For Sr. Quality Systems Engineer

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline or physics
  • 5+ years of experience in quality management systems
  • Experience with AS9100 Quality Management Systems standard
  • Strong technical writing skills
  • Proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SQL queries, Tableau
  • Must be able to travel and support multiple sites
  • Ability to pass Space Force background checks
  • Must meet ITAR requirements (US citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee)
  • ASQ - CQA - RAB certified lead auditor (preferred)
  • ASQ Quality Engineer certification (preferred)

Benefits For Sr. Quality Systems Engineer

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
Equity
  • 3 weeks paid vacation
  • 10+ paid holidays per year
  • 5 days sick leave
  • Stock purchase plan
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Discretionary bonuses

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