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Our high-mobility spacecraft platforms support national security, civil, and commercial missions with unmatched flexibility and propulsion capability. We build fast and iterate quickly.\nWho We’re Looking For\nWe are seeking a Quality Engineer II to support hardware build, integration, and test operations across our spacecraft programs. This role is critical to ensuring mission success by driving product quality, process discipline, and continuous improvement throughout Integration & Test (I&T).\nThis is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in fast-paced hardware environments and can work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and test teams to identify issues, drive root cause, and implement lasting solutions. You will play a key role in maintaining high-reliability standards across all phases of vehicle assembly and verification.\nWhere You’ll Make an Impact\nDevelop, implement, and maintain quality control procedures, including in-process inspection plans to ensure stable and capable I&T processes\nInterpret engineering drawings, specifications, tolerances, BOMs, and work orders to verify product conformity\nLead investigations into quality escapes and nonconformances using structured root cause methodologies (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone)\nApply industry-standard quality tools and methodologies, including RCCA, SPC, and FMEA\nDrive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to eliminate recurrence and improve overall product and process quality\nSupport continuous improvement initiatives through quality tools and error-proofing techniques\nPerform, witness, and monitor incoming, in-process, and acceptance inspections and tests across hardware build and pre-launch activities\nVerify compliance with procedures governing contamination control, cleanroom operations, lifting and handling, hazardous operations, and ESD control\nEnsure all work is executed against the latest approved drawings and procedures\nEnsure measurement and test equipment remains within calibration and compliant with program requirements\nSupport internal and external audits, including customer and agency reviews\nWhat It Takes\n3-5 years of directly related quality or engineering experience, preferably in aerospace, spacecraft, or other high-reliability hardware environments\nStrong ability to interpret engineering documentation and verify hardware against requirements\nExperience leading root cause investigations and driving RCCA/CAPA to closure\nHands-on experience supporting hardware integration and test environments\nFamiliarity with environmental testing (thermal, vibration, EMI/EMC)\nAbility to obtain and maintain NASA and IPC workmanship certifications (J-STD-001, NASA-STD-8739 series); current certifications strongly preferred\nStrong problem-solving skills and ability to operate effectively in cross-disciplinary teams\nHigh attention to detail with a focus on process discipline and execution\nNice-to-Have Experience\nCurrent NASA or IPC certifications (J-STD-001, NASA-STD-8739.4, NASA-STD-8739.1)\nExperience in cleanroom environments and contamination-controlled processes\nBackground supporting spacecraft or flight hardware programs\nFamiliarity with metrology systems, calibration programs, and inspection tooling\nExperience supporting customer or government audits\nWhat You’ll Get\nOwnership - Direct impact on spacecraft quality and mission success\nInnovation - Develop and implement quality solutions that improve manufacturing processes, strengthen mission assurance, and enable the successful delivery of next-generation spacecraft\nImpact - Help ensure every spacecraft meets the highest standards of safety, performance, and reliability before launch\nGrowth - Opportunity to develop deep expertise in spacecraft integration and high-reliability system\nCompensation - Competitive salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, generous leave, HSA, 401(k) matching, and equity sharing\nLocation: Rockville, MD or Hawthorne, CA \nBase Salary: $100,000 to $150,000 \nThe salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Quantum Space's total compensation package.\nAdditional Requirements\nTo comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations.\nApply now. 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