Beyond Gravity · 2 days ago
Quality Engineer
Trinity, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expBeyond Gravity is a space company that combines a startup mindset with proven quality and experience. The Quality Engineer ensures compliance with aerospace quality standards and customer requirements while providing technical expertise in quality assurance and supporting manufacturing processes.
AerospaceManufacturingProduct Design
Responsibilities
Ensure composite manufacturing processes comply with AS9100, ISO 9001, and customer-specific requirements
Support development and maintain inspection plans, quality checklists, and process documentation
Oversee completion and compliance of in-process and final inspections of composite layup, curing, machining, and assembly operations though the configured product documentation (Traveler / MWI / IR)
Validate conformance to engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions (Red line process included)
Identification, documentation, and resolution of nonconformances via ERP requirements (NCR/photo documentation/technical and or test reports)
Lead investigations of nonconformances and process deviations
Drive effective RCCA/CAPA activities using structured problem-solving tools (8D, Fishbone, FMEA)
Conduct PFMEA and risk assessments for composite manufacturing processes
Implement preventive measures to reduce quality risks and improve reliability
Analyze quality metrics and trends to identify systemic issues
Prepare detailed reports for internal reviews and customer audits
Support customer audits and quality reviews
Collaborate with supplier quality to resolve material or process-related quality issues
Lead initiatives to improve composite manufacturing processes and reduce defects
Support lean and Six Sigma projects to enhance efficiency and quality performance
Maintain accurate quality records in ERP/PLM systems (e.g., SAP, Teamcenter)
Ensure traceability and configuration control for composite components
Qualification
Required
Associates degree or a minimum of 2–5+ years in aerospace or high-reliability manufacturing, with hands-on experience in composite production
Able to process and analyze data quickly both in and out of SAP/Siemens, identifying areas for correction or reconciliation before and during customer acceptance reviews
Must have a strong understanding of quality functions, manufacturing requirements and non-conformance package generation
In-depth knowledge of composite manufacturing processes: layup, curing, machining, bonding, and assembly
Strong understanding of aerospace standards such as ISO9000, AS/EN9100, ECSS, NASA and MIL
Familiarity of quality management software; experience in MS Office and data analytics skills
Familiarity of RCCA/CAPA methods (5-why, 8D, Fishbone diagrams)
Proficiency to risk analysis concepts (PFMEA) quality planning and process control plans
Ability to effectively work independently, or a team setting executing actions for deliverables
Excellent critical thinking, analytical and interpersonal skills
High level of enthusiasm and a passion for quality and continuous improvements
Comfort around upper management and customer teams
Customer focus through timely decision making with quality requirements
Clear and concise written and verbal communication (Not afraid to ask the tough questions)
5% to 10% ability to travel nationally and internationally as required
Company
Beyond Gravity
Beyond Gravity is a supplier of mechanical ground support equipment for spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Michelle Lach, SHRM-CP
Human Resources Business Partner
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