Quality Manager

A leading mid- to high-resolution earth observation camera supplier for CubeSats and small satellites for companies worldwide, is looking for a seasoned QA professional, ideally with experience working in low-volume mechanical and/or electronics manufacturing. Our company is based in Somerset West, close to all amenities and diverse natural beauty, providing great lifestyle options.

Job Purpose:

To lead, direct and control the planning, implementation and optimisation of the quality processes at the company in order to meet the organisation’s quality objectives.

Key Performance Areas and Responsibilities:

• Oversee the quality inspection function. Plan, develop, and lead the team in delivering products with the correct quality.
• Define, implement, maintain, and improve a QMS that meets the requirements of the industry standards.
• Support and lead internal/external audits to ensure and verify compliance to applicable requirements, including AS9100 and customer-specific requirements.
• Lead Quality Assurance continuous improvement efforts in production and engineering.
• Establish and implement a process to determine root causes and corrective action for quality system failures, including non-conformities.
• Ensure effective monitoring processes are defined and implemented for vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Maintain and upgrade the calibration system for all tools, equipment, etc.
• Participate in formal design, procurement, manufacturing, testing and delivery reviews to ensure inclusion and approval of quality requirements and standards.

Required Qualification:

• Degree / National Diploma in Mechanical, Electronic or Industrial Engineering

Required Experience:

• 5+ years of experience working with ISO 9000 as a QA professional, ideally in low-volume electronics and/or mechanical manufacturing firm

Recommendations:

• Certified Quality Manager (CQM) or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
• Experience with AS9100.
• 3+ years of experience in the management of quality processes.
• 1+ years of experience in deploying QMS across an organization.
• Prior work experience in the aerospace industry.
• Knowledge of Simens Teamcenter.

Required Competencies:

Technical competencies required for the role:

• Read and understand drawings and specification documents.
• MS Office and computer literate
• A good knowledge and experience of ISO9001 and the functioning of the Quality Management System.
• Knowledge of configuration system.
• Good communication and administrative skills

What we offer:

• The opportunity to work in the fast-growing space industry.
• Niche global market for optical payloads for microsatellites.
• Cutting-edge technology at your fingertips
• A competitive salary
• A friendly working environment.