Skyryse
Overview
DESIGN QUALITY ASSURANCE ENGINEER – EL SEGUNDO, CA (ONSITE) The aerospace Design Quality Assurance Engineer is responsible for ensuring the entire product life cycle (planning, design, build, test, certification) meets all internal quality standards and applicable regulatory guidelines and standards i.e. FAA/ISO/DO-178/DO-254/DO-160. (Hardware/Software/System) Responsibilities Design and Implementation of Testing Procedures - Support the development and execution of comprehensive test plans, procedures, and processes to validate product design and functionality
Manage and maintain records for aircraft conformity, quality documentation, and certification reporting
Develop and manage inspection schedules for parts, kits, documentation, and test articles to ensure regulatory compliance
Work closely with product development teams to ensure design for quality is integrated into prototypes and pre-production builds
Create and manage documentation such as inspection criteria, test plans, design and process failure mode effects analysis and risk assessments
Analyze and audit designs — Conduct audits to ensure Design life cycle is in accordance with the approved process
Participate in design reviews such as preliminary design reviews (PDR), Critical Design Reviews (CDR), Prototype reviews, Design for Manufacturing, Design for Assembly, Verification and Validation, Final Design Reviews
Establish robust inspection criteria/plan to verify conformance
Coordinate activities with Designated Airworthiness Representatives (DARs) and Designated Engineering Representatives (DERs) to support inspections and certifications
Support the VP of Certification and Sr. Director, Quality in responding to FAA requests and audits
Lead internal and supplier audits to AS9100, ISO 9001, FAA standards; track findings and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
Develop and track quality metrics, analyze trends, and drive continuous improvement across engineering and production processes
Support ongoing improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring alignment with regulatory (FAA/EASA/DCMA/ISO-AS9100) and customer expectations
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering, or 6 years of aerospace quality assurance experience
5 years of experience in quality assurance, supplier quality, or conformity inspection in the aerospace industry
Strong knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, and FAA regulatory requirements
4 years of working experience with regulatory agencies such as FAA, ISO/AS9100 registrars, and customers
4 years of working experience in reviewing installation, assembly and electrical drawing and participating in design reviews
Working experience with FAA approved– Designated Manufacturing Inspection
Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering
Experience working in a startup environment
Experience in Aerospace Quality Management or related field
Project or office management experience
ISO/AS9100 lead auditor
Why Skyryse? The opportunity to change the world through improving aviation safety and accessibility
Salary: $100 – $145K
Valuable stock option plan
Heavily subsidized medical, dental and vision plans
Full-time employees are eligible for 20 days of paid time off (PTO) and 5 sick days annually. PTO and sick days must be used in accordance with Company policy.
A company with an ambitious vision, a dynamic work environment, and a team of smart, motivated, and fun to work-with colleagues!
The posted salary range reflects the potential base pay for this role, adjusted to account for varying geographic markets. Final compensation will be based on factors such as your location, job-related skills, experience, and internal alignment, including equity and benefits. EEO Statement
WE WELCOME ALL
Skyryse is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. NO AGENCY CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED.
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DESIGN QUALITY ASSURANCE ENGINEER – EL SEGUNDO, CA (ONSITE) The aerospace Design Quality Assurance Engineer is responsible for ensuring the entire product life cycle (planning, design, build, test, certification) meets all internal quality standards and applicable regulatory guidelines and standards i.e. FAA/ISO/DO-178/DO-254/DO-160. (Hardware/Software/System) Responsibilities Design and Implementation of Testing Procedures - Support the development and execution of comprehensive test plans, procedures, and processes to validate product design and functionality
Manage and maintain records for aircraft conformity, quality documentation, and certification reporting
Develop and manage inspection schedules for parts, kits, documentation, and test articles to ensure regulatory compliance
Work closely with product development teams to ensure design for quality is integrated into prototypes and pre-production builds
Create and manage documentation such as inspection criteria, test plans, design and process failure mode effects analysis and risk assessments
Analyze and audit designs — Conduct audits to ensure Design life cycle is in accordance with the approved process
Participate in design reviews such as preliminary design reviews (PDR), Critical Design Reviews (CDR), Prototype reviews, Design for Manufacturing, Design for Assembly, Verification and Validation, Final Design Reviews
Establish robust inspection criteria/plan to verify conformance
Coordinate activities with Designated Airworthiness Representatives (DARs) and Designated Engineering Representatives (DERs) to support inspections and certifications
Support the VP of Certification and Sr. Director, Quality in responding to FAA requests and audits
Lead internal and supplier audits to AS9100, ISO 9001, FAA standards; track findings and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
Develop and track quality metrics, analyze trends, and drive continuous improvement across engineering and production processes
Support ongoing improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring alignment with regulatory (FAA/EASA/DCMA/ISO-AS9100) and customer expectations
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering, or 6 years of aerospace quality assurance experience
5 years of experience in quality assurance, supplier quality, or conformity inspection in the aerospace industry
Strong knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, and FAA regulatory requirements
4 years of working experience with regulatory agencies such as FAA, ISO/AS9100 registrars, and customers
4 years of working experience in reviewing installation, assembly and electrical drawing and participating in design reviews
Working experience with FAA approved– Designated Manufacturing Inspection
Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering
Experience working in a startup environment
Experience in Aerospace Quality Management or related field
Project or office management experience
ISO/AS9100 lead auditor
Why Skyryse? The opportunity to change the world through improving aviation safety and accessibility
Salary: $100 – $145K
Valuable stock option plan
Heavily subsidized medical, dental and vision plans
Full-time employees are eligible for 20 days of paid time off (PTO) and 5 sick days annually. PTO and sick days must be used in accordance with Company policy.
A company with an ambitious vision, a dynamic work environment, and a team of smart, motivated, and fun to work-with colleagues!
The posted salary range reflects the potential base pay for this role, adjusted to account for varying geographic markets. Final compensation will be based on factors such as your location, job-related skills, experience, and internal alignment, including equity and benefits. EEO Statement
WE WELCOME ALL
Skyryse is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. NO AGENCY CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED.
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