Quality Engineer IIIII

Agile Space Industries is a rapidly growing supplier of propulsion hardware and engineering services for the space industry. Headquartered in Durango Colorado with expanding operations in and Tulsa Oklahoma and upcoming growth in Seattle Washington Agile has achieved more than 40% year-over-year growth for the past three years and our momentum continues to accelerate.

At Agile we design build and test in-space propulsion systems that give spacecraft the ability to maneuver with precision reliability and purpose. Our technologies play a critical role in missions that range from lunar landings and resource utilization to national defense human exploration and commercial space transport.

We are seeking bold and driven individuals who thrive in a hands-on fast-moving environment and want to help write the next chapter of space history as part of a close-knit innovative team. You will take on a demanding and rewarding role at Agile directly shaping the future of in-space propulsion. As an integral contributor during our growth stage you will be eligible to participate in our stock option plan giving you the opportunity to share in the long-term value you help create. All stock grants are subject to executive review and approval in accordance with the Companys equity plan.

This is an open position at multiple levels to be assessed as part of the candidate review process.

This role is onsite and the candidate must be willing to relocate to Durango CO without exception.

Position Overview: Quality Engineer II

The Quality Engineer II is responsible for supporting compliance with quality requirements throughout the design development manufacturing and delivery of aerospace propulsion hardware. This role works closely with engineering manufacturing program management and supply chain teams to implement and maintain effective quality systems processes documentation and controls. The Quality Engineer II contributes to quality planning operational readiness risk mitigation nonconformance management configuration control and corrective/preventive actions to ensure product conformity and system compliance with internal customer and regulatory standards.

Position Overview: Senior Quality Engineer I

The Senior Quality Engineer I provides technical direction to ensure compliance with all quality requirements throughout the design development manufacturing and delivery lifecycle of aerospace propulsion hardware. The role drives the establishment implementation and continuous improvement of robust quality systems processes documentation and controls. The Quality Engineer III drives quality planning operational readiness risk mitigation nonconformance management configuration control corrective/preventive actions and auditing activities while partnering closely with engineering manufacturing program management and supply chain organizations.

Responsibilities: Quality Engineer II

Design & Verification Support

• Participate in design reviews ensure quality and verification requirements are incorporated into designs and review qualification and acceptance test plans.

Quality Planning & Process Control

• Develop project specific quality plans under guidance create inspection criteria and control plans support configuration management of released designs and physical builds.

First Article Inspection (FAI)

• Prepare and review AS9102 FAI reports; identify manufacturing and assembly risks and recommend mitigation strategies.

Nonconformance & Corrective Action

• Serve as an MRB participant disposition nonconforming hardware under established guidelines conduct root cause analysis and support implementation and verification of corrective actions.

Supplier & Customer Interface

• Ensure supplier quality requirements are flowed down assist in resolving supplier quality issues support customer escape investigations and corrective action responses.

Quality System & Compliance

• Conduct internal audits support external audits maintain and follow QMS procedures and stay current with ISO 9001 AS9100 and related standards.

Performance Reporting

• Track and communicate quality metrics and contribute to continuous improvement activities.

Responsibilities: Senior Quality Engineer I

Design & Verification Support

• Engages in engineering design reviews defines quality and verification requirements for complex designs and approves qualification/acceptance test plans and verification/validation methods.

Quality Planning & Process Control

• Quality Planning & Process Control Develop comprehensive quality plans establish critical inspection points and special process validation requirements and ensure configuration integrity across programs.

FAI & Risk Management

• FAI & Risk Management Author review and approve AS9102 FAIs for complex assemblies; identify systemic risks related to manufacturing assembly and human factors and lead mitigation strategies.

Nonconformance & Corrective Action

• Nonconformance & Corrective Action Serve as an MRB voting member make final decisions on hardware dispositions lead structured root cause analyses and validate corrective/preventive action effectiveness.

Quality System & Compliance

• Lead internal audits support external customer/certification audits own QMS procedures affecting product quality and interpret industry standards such as AS9100 ISO 9001 and ANSI Z540.

Continuous Improvement & Reporting

• Support the development of key quality metrics and drive cross functional process improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications: Quality Engineer II

• Bachelors degree in engineering quality manufacturing or related field
• 25 years of experience in quality engineering within aerospace or manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of quality principles methodologies and tools
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross functional environments
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production setting

Required Qualifications: Senior Quality Engineer I

• All qualifications listed above plus:
• 5 years of experience in aerospace or complex manufacturing quality engineering
• Advanced knowledge of quality management principles methodologies and tools
• Demonstrated strength in structured problem solving and root cause analysis
• technical writing skills for complex documentation

Preferred Qualifications: Quality Engineer II

Exposure to ISO 9001 AS9100 or similar quality systems
Experience with quality documentation test plans and procedures
Certifications such as Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or CQI/CQT or equivalent
Experience with manufacturing processes such as machining assembly or additive manufacturing

Preferred Qualifications: Senior Quality Engineer I

All qualifications listed above plus:
Deep working knowledge of ISO 9001 AS9100 or equivalent quality management systems
Experience with advanced propulsion manufacturing processes special processes and complex system assemblies

Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Employment Type: Exempt

Work Schedule: Full Time

Location: Onsite Durango CO

Salary: $80000-$120000 annually. Final compensation will be based on factors such as experience skills and internal equity and is typically made within the midrange rather than the upper end.

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What Youll Love About Us: Agile Space Industries offers exceptional benefits to support you and your family including generous health coverage dental and vision plans Flexible Time Off parental leave and a 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%.We are committed to creating a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status or any other basis protected by law.

Disclaimer: Agile is proud to offer a competitive benefits package to support our team members as they take on challenging mission-driven work. The benefits listed in this job description are applicable to full-time employees. Part-time temporary or other non-full-time employees may have different benefit eligibility in accordance with company policy and applicable plan terms.

Dont meet every single requirement At Agile we are committed to fostering a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace. If youre excited about this role but your experience doesnt perfectly align with every qualification we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the perfect fit for this role or another opportunity with us.

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Recruitment Notice: Agile Space Industries is not partnering with external recruiters or agencies at this time. Please do not contact our staff directly regarding open positions. All candidates must apply through our official application process to be considered.