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Senior Quality Engineer

  • Location: Austin, Texas
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7400
  • Salary: NON 119,000

? Senior Quality Engineer

? Austin, TX | Onsite

I’m currently supporting a fast-growing aerospace company developing advanced satellite and communication technologies for next-generation space and airborne platforms.

They’re looking for a Senior Quality Engineer to work across manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams to support the production of highly reliable aerospace hardware and systems.

This is a hands-on role focused on driving quality improvements, resolving nonconformances, supporting AS9100 compliance, and helping scale quality systems within a rapidly growing engineering environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Establishing and maintaining QMS procedures and processes

• Driving root cause investigations, corrective actions, and 8D activities

• Managing supplier quality evaluations and audits

• Supporting supplier nonconformance resolution and corrective actions

• Leading continuous improvement initiatives across operations

• Developing quality metrics and performance objectives

• Supporting internal and external AS9100 audits

• Delivering QMS training across the organization

• Partnering closely with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams

What they’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline

• 8+ years of quality engineering experience

• Strong experience within manufacturing environments

• Knowledge of AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems

• Experience with root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies

• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

• Aerospace or electronics industry experience preferred

• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification is a plus

This is an excellent opportunity to join an innovative aerospace business where quality engineering plays a critical role in product reliability and operational success.

If you're interested in learning more, feel free to reach out directly.

Senior Quality Engineer

  • Location: Denver, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7399
  • Salary: NON 126,000

An innovative aerospace technology company developing high-reliability communication systems for space and airborne platforms is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to lead continuous improvement initiatives across engineering and manufacturing operations.

 

This role is ideal for a hands-on quality leader who combines Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methodologies to drive measurable operational impact.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify improvement opportunities and implement root cause countermeasures
  • Lead Kaizen events and cross-functional process improvement initiatives
  • Develop and execute Value Stream Mapping (VSM) roadmaps aligned with business objectives
  • Champion Lean and Six Sigma principles across engineering and manufacturing teams
  • Mentor and develop internal Lean practitioners
  • Conduct machine capability (CmK) and measurement system (GR&R) studies
  • Support AS9100 / ISO9001 audits and QMS compliance activities
  • Develop and track performance metrics to drive operational excellence

 

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree (Engineering or related field preferred)
  • 5+ years of experience in quality engineering or continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment
  • Experience working within AS9100 or ISO9001 Quality Management Systems
  • Proven experience leading Kaizen events and eliminating waste
  • Strong background in Root Cause Analysis, Lean, Six Sigma, and Value Stream Mapping
  • Strong communication and cross-functional leadership skills

 

Preferred

  • Aerospace or high-reliability electronics manufacturing experience
  • Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
  • AS9100 / ISO auditor experience

Senior Mission Assurance Manager

  • Location: Denver, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7398
  • Salary: NON 192,000

? Senior Mission Assurance Manager

? Austin, TX | Onsite

I’m currently supporting a rapidly growing aerospace and defense company developing advanced communications and electronic systems for satellites, spacecraft, and mission-critical airborne platforms.

They’re looking for a Senior Mission Assurance Manager to lead mission assurance activities across complex DoD and space programs, ensuring the highest standards of quality, reliability, and compliance throughout product development and delivery.

This is a senior leadership opportunity for someone who thrives in highly technical, fast-paced environments and enjoys working closely with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and government stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading mission assurance activities across DoD and internal programs

• Establishing and executing mission assurance plans aligned to AS9100 and customer requirements

• Supporting design reviews, qualification reviews, audits, and hardware acceptance reviews

• Acting as the primary interface for internal, customer, and government audits

• Leading FMECA, RCCA, MRB, and FRB activities for nonconformances and anomalies

• Driving supplier and subcontractor quality strategy and compliance

• Collaborating cross-functionally to support business objectives and continuous improvement initiatives

• Managing and mentoring mission assurance and quality professionals

What they’re looking for:

• 15+ years within Mission Assurance, Quality, or Reliability Engineering

• Direct experience supporting complex DoD or aerospace programs

• 5+ years of leadership or management experience

• Strong knowledge of AS9100 and defense industry quality standards

• Background within aerospace, defense, or space systems

• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills

• Ability to operate independently in high-accountability environments

• Eligibility to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance preferred

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a cutting-edge aerospace organization where mission assurance plays a critical role in delivering reliable, high-performance systems for defense and space applications.

If you'd like to learn more, feel free to reach out directly.

Quality Control Inspector III

  • Location: Denver, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7395
  • Salary: NON 78,000

An innovative aerospace technology company developing advanced communication systems for space and airborne platforms is seeking an experienced Quality Control Inspector III to support its growing production operations.

 

This organization designs and manufactures mission-critical electronic and electromechanical systems used in demanding environments. The team operates in a highly collaborative, cross-functional setting where quality, precision, and accountability are essential.

 

This role is ideal for an experienced inspector ready to take on broader inspection scope, greater ownership, and increased involvement in quality process improvement.

 

The Role

As a Quality Control Inspector III, you will execute and support quality control processes across incoming materials, in-process manufacturing, and final assembly. You will work closely with engineering, supply chain, and production teams to ensure all products meet internal and customer requirements within a regulated quality management environment.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Execute quality control processes for purchased materials, manufacturing operations, and customer deliverables
  • Inspect raw materials, EEE components, machined parts, cable assemblies, PCB/PCBAs, subassemblies, and top-level assemblies
  • Perform dimensional inspection using calipers, thread gauges, height gauges, and VMMs/CMMs
  • Conduct microscopic visual inspection per IPC standards
  • Document inspection results within ERP/PLM systems and electronic quality records
  • Support development and improvement of inspection plans, procedures, and quality processes
  • Assist in resolving internal and external nonconformances using root cause analysis and 8D methodology
  • Support MRB activities and non-conforming material disposition
  • Contribute to audit preparation and corrective action responses
  • Assist with quality metrics reporting and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Manage day-to-day inspection priorities to ensure timely turnaround

 

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree or technical training preferred
  • 3–5 years of relevant inspection experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Experience working within AS9100 or ISO9001 Quality Management Systems
  • IPC-A-610 and/or J-STD-001 certification
  • Experience with microscopic inspection
  • Proficiency reading engineering drawings, CAD documentation, and detailed work instructions
  • Experience using ERP and PLM systems
  • Strong attention to detail and process discipline
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively across technical teams

 

Preferred Experience

  • Aerospace, defense, or high-reliability electronics manufacturing
  • Experience inspecting electromechanical assemblies

 

Why This Opportunity?

  • Competitive hourly compensation
  • Exposure to complex, mission-critical aerospace hardware
  • High-visibility role within a precision-driven production environment
  • Opportunity to contribute to quality system enhancement in a scaling organization

Quality Control Inspector (PCB/PCBA) (2nd Shift)

  • Location: Austin, Texas
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7394
  • Salary: NON 75,000

An innovative aerospace technology company developing next-generation communication systems for space and airborne platforms is seeking a Quality Control Inspector (2nd Shift) to join its growing production team.

 

This organisation designs and manufactures high-performance satellite communication hardware and advanced electronic systems for mission-critical applications. The environment is fast-paced, hands-on, and highly collaborative, ideal for someone who thrives in technical manufacturing settings and takes pride in precision.

 

The Role

As a Quality Control Inspector, you will play a key role in ensuring that electronic assemblies and components meet stringent quality and customer requirements. Working alongside engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams, you will help maintain the highest standards across inspection, documentation, and continuous improvement processes.

 

This is a second-shift position supporting production of advanced aerospace-grade communication systems.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Execute quality control processes for incoming materials, in-process manufacturing, and final inspection activities
  • Inspect printed circuit boards and assemblies (PCB/PCBAs), EEE components, and cable assemblies
  • Perform inspections using calipers, thread gauges, height gauges, and Vision Measuring Machines (VMM)
  • Conduct microscopic visual inspection per IPC standards
  • Accurately document inspection results using ERP/PLM systems and electronic quality records
  • Support development and improvement of inspection methods, procedures, and quality plans
  • Assist with nonconformance investigations using root cause analysis and 8D methodology
  • Support MRB activities and disposition of non-conforming materials
  • Contribute to internal and external audit responses
  • Assist with data analysis, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Maintain efficient daily workflow and turnaround times

 

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent (Associate degree in a technical field preferred)
  • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, including at least 2 years in PCB/PCBA inspection
  • Experience working within AS9100 or ISO9001 Quality Management Systems
  • IPC-A-610 and/or J-STD-001 certification
  • Experience with microscopic visual inspection
  • Proficiency reading engineering drawings, CAD files, and detailed work instructions
  • Experience using ERP and PLM systems
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based production environment

 

Preferred Experience

  • Aerospace, defense, or high-reliability electronics manufacturing experience
  • Experience working with electromechanical assemblies

 

Why Join?

  • Work on mission-critical aerospace hardware
  • Be part of a highly technical, cross-functional production team
  • Hands-on role with direct impact on flight-quality systems
  • Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement in a scaling organisation

 

If you're a quality professional who enjoys precision work, technical complexity, and contributing to high-performance hardware, this is an opportunity to be part of something meaningful

Software Engineering Manager

  • Location: Orange County, California
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7364
  • Salary: NON 210,000

Software Engineering Manager
Location: Irvine, CA (ONSITE)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $160,000 – $210,000

About the Role
We are seeking a highly technical Software Engineering Manager to lead the development, deployment, and long-term evolution of mission-critical software systems supporting advanced space-based and terrestrial platforms. This leader will oversee a multi-disciplinary engineering team spanning DevOps, DevSecOps, Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), and Full-Stack development.
The team operates primarily within AWS cloud environments, with hybrid on-prem solutions to optimize performance, cost, and operational resilience. This role requires a forward-thinking technical visionary who understands both legacy system constraints and modern cloud-native architectures.
This is a hands-on leadership role. The expectation is that you will contribute technically to the codebase approximately 40% of the time while leading people, driving architecture decisions, and ensuring successful execution across programs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Remain hands-on with code while managing the team, demonstrating active contributions to production systems
  • Architect and guide the development of scalable, resilient cloud-based mission systems
  • Lead a multi-functional team including DevOps, DevSecOps, SRE, and Full-Stack engineers
  • Provide mentorship, coaching, and performance management to build and sustain high-performing engineering teams
  • Drive strong technical design reviews and ensure adherence to engineering best practices
  • Apply strong analytical and critical thinking skills across the full technology stack
  • Clearly communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Influence architectural and business decisions through strong cross-functional collaboration
  • Manage multiple concurrent initiatives, prioritize effectively, and ensure delivery in a dynamic environment
  • Partner closely with product and program management teams to align engineering execution with mission goals

Required Technical Qualifications

  • Extensive experience designing and deploying systems within AWS cloud environments
  • Hands-on experience with containerization technologies including Kubernetes and Docker
  • Strong frontend experience with React.js (hooks, context API, state management) and TypeScript, including scaling complex user interfaces
  • Backend proficiency with Python frameworks (Django, Flask, FastAPI) and Go
  • Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases and API design principles (RESTful, GraphQL)
  • Proficiency with Git-based version control systems

Required Experience

  • 6+ years of professional experience in cloud-based software development
  • 2+ years in an engineering leadership or management role
  • Experience working closely with product and program management stakeholders
  • Demonstrated ability to balance technical contribution with people leadership

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Next.js for server-side rendering and production-ready web applications
  • Experience with modern testing frameworks (Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress) and test-driven development practices
  • Strong understanding of modern web development principles including HTML5, CSS3, accessibility standards, responsive design, and performance optimization

Why Join

  • Lead development of mission-critical systems that support real-world operational use cases
  • Influence architectural direction for both cloud-native and hybrid infrastructure environments
  • Build and scale high-impact engineering teams
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

Propellant Chemist

  • Location: Sacramento, California
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7350
  • Salary: NON 135,000

Propellant Chemist III – Defense

 

An innovative defense and space technology organization developing mission-critical propulsion and aerospace systems is seeking a Propellant Chemist to join its growing engineering team. 

 

This company delivers advanced solutions supporting national security and next-generation space platforms, operating in a fast-paced, highly technical environment focused on performance, reliability, and innovation.

 

Role Overview

This position focuses on the design, analysis, testing, and system-level integration of solid rocket motor propulsion systems.

 

 The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with propellant chemistry, combustion mechanisms, ballistic performance analysis, and motor design trade studies. 

 

You will contribute across the full lifecycle, from conceptual design and simulation through manufacturing support and test validation.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and analyze solid rocket motor designs, including grain configurations and ballistic performance
  • Perform trade studies and design optimization across propulsion systems
  • Analyze igniter performance and combustion characteristics
  • Support propellant formulation, manufacturing processes, and quality considerations
  • Generate detailed 2D/3D CAD models and technical drawings, applying GD&T standards
  • Conduct mass calculations, contribute to mass budgets, and support performance optimization
  • Develop test plans, support assembly and integration activities, and analyze test data
  • Participate in system-level requirements development, risk management, and reliability analysis
  • Support technical documentation including reports, presentations, and engineering reviews
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams across design, manufacturing, systems engineering, and testing

 

Required Qualifications

  • 4–7 years of mechanical or aerospace engineering experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline
  • Strong understanding of solid rocket motor performance principles including thrust, specific impulse, and combustion
  • Experience with CAD tools and engineering drawing interpretation
  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Direct experience in rocket motor design and testing
  • Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
  • Familiarity with propulsion system integration and ballistic modeling
  • Experience supporting hardware testing and data analysisv

Software Engineer – Embedded I

  • Location: Folsom, California
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7338
  • Salary: NON 110,000

Software Engineer I – Embedded

Folsom, CA (Hybrid)
Defense & National Security
 Full-Time
$75,000 – $110,000

An innovative defense and national security engineering organisation is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to support the development of advanced airborne ISR and mission-critical systems.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer who is excited to work on complex, real-world systems in a highly collaborative, small-team environment.

The Opportunity

You’ll contribute to the design, development, and testing of embedded and Linux-based software supporting advanced intelligence and defense technologies.

The role offers exposure across the full software lifecycle, working alongside systems engineers, technical leads, and programme managers on high-impact projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support software analysis, design, development, and testing

  • Collaborate across software and systems engineering teams

  • Evaluate and integrate commercial and open-source technologies

  • Contribute to architectural prototyping and system improvements

  • Assist in preparing technical briefings and documentation

  • Participate in customer and technical review meetings

Requirements

  • 1–2 years of commercial experience in Engineering or Computer Science

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

  • Experience with C, C++, or similar systems programming languages (Linux environment)

  • Comfortable working with command-line interfaces

  • Experience with shell and/or Python scripting

  • Understanding of network fundamentals (IP addressing, subnetting, protocols)

  • Basic knowledge of object-oriented design, distributed systems, and embedded concepts

  • Strong communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team

Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship required)

Preferred

  • Active DoD Top Secret SCI clearance

Senior Robotics & Autonomy Software Engineer

  • Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts
  • Job #
  • Salary: NON 160,000

Senior Robotics & Autonomy Software Engineer

Boston, MA
Starting salary $160,000
Full-time, onsite

We’re supporting an innovative ocean technology company building advanced subsea robotic systems designed to unlock deeper insights into our oceans.

They are now looking for a Senior Robotics & Autonomy Software Engineer to take ownership of mission-critical autonomy software across a growing fleet of subsea vehicles.

The Opportunity

In this role, you will design, build, and deploy autonomy software that directly controls robotic vehicle behaviour and mission execution in dynamic marine environments.

You will work across the full autonomy stack, from onboard vehicle systems through to supporting cloud infrastructure. Your focus will be improving mission robustness, operational efficiency, and the quality of environmental data captured at scale.

This is a hands-on engineering role with real-world operational impact. You will take features from concept through simulation, into sea trials, and ultimately fleet-wide deployment.

You’ll collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, firmware, and operations teams to ensure seamless integration between software, hardware, and sensing systems.

If you enjoy solving complex autonomy problems in real-world environments and want your work deployed beyond the lab, this is a strong fit.

What They’re Looking For

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline

  • 6 to 10 years of experience developing software for robotics, autonomous systems, aerospace, aircraft, medical devices, or other mission-critical physical systems

  • Deep expertise in at least one autonomy domain, with working knowledge across others:

    • Perception

    • Decision-making and reasoning

    • Planning and scheduling

    • State estimation and control

  • Experience with modern autonomy stacks including:

    • Sensor processing and tracking using cameras, acoustic sensors, radar, or LIDAR

    • State machines, behaviour trees, or hierarchical task frameworks

    • Global and local motion planning in constrained or spatio-temporal environments

    • System health monitoring, fault detection, and contingency handling

  • Experience with ROS or ROS 2

  • Strong C++ and Python development skills

  • Linux expertise and familiarity with open-source tooling

  • Experience with CI/CD, version control, testing, and code reviews

  • Robotics or autonomy simulation experience

  • Proven cross-functional collaboration across hardware and operations teams

  • US Citizen or Permanent Resident

Nice to Have

  • Marine robotics or offshore operational experience

  • Sensor fusion expertise

  • Experience with ML frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or OpenCV

  • Application of machine learning to perception or planning

  • Embedded software development experience

  • Experience with real-time operating systems such as FreeRTOS

This is a full-time, onsite position based in Boston, with a starting salary of $160,000.

System Spacecraft Test Engineer

  • Location: San Jose, California
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7303
  • Salary: NON 180,000

System Spacecraft Test Engineer
$130,000 – $180,000
Full-time | On-site | San Jose, CA

Company Overview
Our client designs, builds, and operates advanced small satellite systems to support turnkey space missions in Earth observation, communications, in-orbit demonstrations, and exploration. With a collaborative engineering culture and global infrastructure, they are pushing the boundaries of space technology to deliver high-performance systems for both commercial and government customers.

Position Summary
We’re seeking a Senior System Spacecraft Test Engineer to join a hands-on, mission-driven team ensuring spacecraft are ready for launch and on-orbit success. In this role, you’ll develop and execute system test plans, automate test procedures, and perform data analysis on spacecraft hardware. You’ll collaborate with design engineers, project managers, and customers to define test strategies, troubleshoot anomalies, and drive continuous improvement of test operations from subsystem delivery through launch.
This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of test engineering, systems integration, and automation on complex, high-reliability spacecraft systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop comprehensive system test plans and procedures to verify spacecraft performance from subsystem delivery through launch
  • Perform, automate, and analyze spacecraft system tests; present results and feedback to engineering teams
  • Ensure test plans meet evolving system requirements and mission characteristics
  • Troubleshoot anomalous test results, identify defects, and support root-cause resolution
  • Collect or design necessary support equipment and automate test procedures to improve efficiency
  • Document test changes, results, and issues with high attention to detail
  • Drive continuous improvement in test processes while ensuring hardware and personnel safety

Minimum Qualifications

  • B.S. or M.S. in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Software), Math, Physics, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience testing complex systems, ideally spacecraft or similarly high-reliability hardware
  • Experience with RF systems
  • High proficiency in test automation or Python programming
  • Ability to interpret and follow system documentation accurately
  • Hands-on experience with hardware testing and diagnostic tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, power sources, spectrum analyzers, and modems
  • Strong communication and collaborative problem-solving skills
  • U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency (Green Card) required under export control regulations

Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with mission assurance practices
  • Experience with spacecraft manufacturing or high-volume production environments
  • Background in electrical or software design
  • Proficiency with Python libraries such as pandas for test data analysis
  • Experience automating tests with spectrum analyzers, power meters, or modems