Quality Task Administrator (Quality Task Administrator, Associate)

Bring your passion for space!

Redwire is accelerating humanity's expansion into space by delivering reliable, economical and sustainable infrastructure for future generations.

Where dreams and reality collide and the output is, out of this world. At Redwire Space, we are a team of dreamers and doers. Where the impossible becomes possible, and every day is an opportunity to learn and get one step closer to knowing the unknown. Join us on our mission to expand humanity's presence in space.

The talented innovators in Goleta, CA are a leading developer and provider of satellite mechanisms, deployable structures and booms and deployable solar array systems to the global space market.

The team is revolutionizing spaceflight and are currently being utilized on missions with NASA, the Department of Defense, and commercial space companies. With many more exciting projects on the horizon our team could use your curiosity, passion, talent and experience to help us Build Above.

Position Overview:

We have a current opportunity for a Quality Task Administrator and Back-up Inspector located at our facility in Goleta, CA. In this role you will be coordinating and operating several key quality management system areas and, as a back-up inspector, performing in-process inspections and receiving inspections of aerospace parts.

Key Responsibilities:

As Quality Task Administrator:

• Responsible for the coordination, supervision, and operation of specific quality management system tasks and functions.
• Ensures various training, education, auditing, calibration, supplier quality assurance, continuous improvement, and other similar and related activities are carried out in accordance with quality management system.
• Responsible for day-to-day coordination and administration of tasks by ensuring quality and productivity standards are maintained while meeting required schedules.
• Coordinates with other contract and subcontract personnel to ensure work moves smoothly from one functional area to another.
• Provides written quality management system management plans, instructions, task status analysis, cost reports, and other related documents.
• Ensures all administrative tools are effectively used to control and accomplish tasks.
• Assists with writing procedures and other documentation.
• Responsible for status and task management reports for areas of responsibility.

As a Back-up Inspector:

• Performs receiving inspection of purchased parts and subassemblies. Verifies supplier compliance with all purchase order requirements, specifications and/or drawing requirements.
• Performs dimensional inspections using hand-held instruments to measure parts and assemblies to drawing requirement.
• Performs in-process inspections of assembled hardware per drawing requirements, verifies accuracy of entries on data sheets, work orders, adhesive mixes, and other data-keeping systems.
• Performs finals inspections of assembled hardware per drawing requirements and is the liaison to the program Quality Engineer (Reports quality problems or findings to the QE). Assists Quality Engineering and Operations in the investigation of non-conformities.
• Accurately documents the results of the inspections.
• Performs quality review of work orders prior to their closure to verify count and condition of parts or assemblies, that all operations are complete, that associated kit lists are accurate, that parts are correctly labeled; and assists the Quality Engineer (as needed) to collect data for the assemblies End Item Data Package.
• Performs source inspections at sub-tier suppliers, as needed.

Ideal Experience:

• High school diploma is required.
• General knowledge of manufacturing and quality processes and methods.
• 5+ years working experience with manufacturing and/or quality.
• 4+ years working experience with quality management systems, e.g. AS9100 / ISO9001 requirements. Esp. training, education, auditing, supplier quality assurance, continuous improvement, and calibration.
• 3+ years of work experience with quality inspection, preferably in a high reliability, small batch, high variety manufacturing environment.
• Experience with training and education in quality management systems, quality control, and manufacturing environments.
• Experience with conducting quality management system audits.
• Experience with supplier quality assurance.
• Experience with continuous improvement.
• Experience with calibration processes and methods.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in using Windows computers, Microsoft Office apps, and quality management software and tools. US Citizen or US Person as defined by ITAR regulations
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Desired Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Experience aerospace technology, products, and processes.
• Quality management system certifications.

Why Redwire Space:

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge space technology.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Commitment to professional development and career growth.

Grow with us as we innovate the next generation capabilities for a new era of space exploration! We offer a highly competitive benefits package along with a commitment to our core values of Integrity, Innovation, Impact, Inclusion, and Excellence.

Don't meet every single requirement above? No worries. We want people who can grow, collaborate and build a stronger team. We strive to build a diverse and inclusive culture, so if you're excited about this job posting, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Salary Range

$75,000 - $95,000 per year

How We Determine What We Pay (compensation philosophy)
Redwire determines pay for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data, for our locations throughout the US. We will evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index, in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company.

For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on the applicant's level of experience, education, and specialized knowledge and skills. Additionally, we consider the external market rate, the amount we have budgeted internally, and internal equity within the company for the same position. An employee/candidate with a stronger skill set will be considered for higher pay.

Redwire is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Redwire is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

All offers of employment at Redwire are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check and your ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the US. Note that some positions will also require US citizenship or ability to obtain a security clearance due to requirements of a classified program.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR Click Here