Associate Flight Assurance Engineer

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Associate Flight Assurance Engineer to join a Federal Program located in Midland, Texas. The Associate Flight Assurance Engineer will support the manufacturing and quality assurance of our Block 2 satellite constellation, targeting six satellites per month by late 2025.

Responsibilities of the Associate Flight Assurance Engineer:

• Assess new product designs for manufacturability and quality compliance, providing recommendations to R&D and Product Engineering.
• Develop and execute quality control processes to ensure products meet safety, performance, and mission reliability standards.
• Conduct proof-of-concept studies, focusing on quality validation and defect analysis.
• Support detailed process design, including layouts, tooling, and fixturing, with an emphasis on quality assurance metrics.
• Perform inspections and audits to identify nonconformances, conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to integrate quality checks into production workflows, utilizing Six Sigma methodologies.
• Participate in safety and quality initiatives, ensuring adherence to aerospace standards (e.g., NASA-STD-6016, ECSS).
• Document quality findings and contribute to mission assurance reports, supporting launch readiness.

Qualifications of the Associate Flight Assurance Engineer:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 0–3 years of experience in a manufacturing or quality engineering environment.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software (e.g., AutoCAD, Inventor) and basic quality tools (e.g., calipers, CMM).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to document quality processes and collaborate with teams.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Resident Card Holder.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

Compensation for the Associate Flight Assurance Engineer:

• Salary Range: $80,000+ *flexible based on experience*
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, and Sick Leave as required by law
• Unlimited Opportunity for Growth
• Flexible work schedule

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