Quality Manager

JOB PURPOSE:

At H3X, we are building the most advanced electric propulsion systems in the world to enable sustainable aviation. At >10 kW/kg power density, the HPDM family of integrated motor drives is a step change in electric propulsion technology and removes one of the main barriers blocking widespread proliferation of electric aircraft. We have several power classes of motors ranging from 30kW to 3MW and are selling to markets of aviation, aerospace and defense, marine, and specialized ground vehicles.

We are seeking an experienced Quality Manager to join our rapidly growing team here in Louisville, Colorado. The Quality Manager will be responsible for building our Quality Management System (QMS) and promoting continuous process improvement.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain a Quality Management System (QMS) that complies with the required industry standards (AS9100 / ISO 9001), accreditation requirements, and business requirements across the organization through existing and new procedures

  • Train staff on QMS processes and procedures

  • Monitor and audit product quality and production processes to ensure adherence to quality standards

  • Identify and conduct root cause analysis on quality issues and implement corrective action plans

  • Conduct risk assessments to identify potential quality issues

  • Work closely with the team to improve QMS, while ensuring compliance with customer standards and staying agile in a fast-paced environment

  • Contribute to new business opportunities and communicate the impact on the QMS

• Develop and execute quality roadmap to determine the level of quality system required

• Be flexible with the quality system based on the specific requirements for different projects

• Manage all external registration requirements to ensure they are met. Liaise with external bodies on all matters relating to registration

• Ensure that all quality records and documents are maintained, updated, and stored securely

• Develop and manage quality budgets and timelines

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in engineering, quality assurance, or a related field

• 5+ years of experience working in an AS9100 (or similar standard) manufacturing and inspection environment

• 5+ years of experience in developing and implementing quality procedures and work instructions in aerospace or aviation

• High intelligence, high energy, and high integrity

• Excellent understanding of the aerospace industry standards and regulations

• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently

• Very high attention to detail

• Ability to work independently with little to no supervision

• Excellent written and verbal communication to effectively share knowledge and build the collective mindshare of the company

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and quality assurance software

• A high degree of emotional intelligence: ability to collaborate closely with coworkers in a respectful and empathetic manner

• U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export-controlled data

COMPANY BENEFITS:

• Employee equity incentive plan

• Health insurance: Medical, Vision, Dental, ST & LT Disability, and Life

• Gym membership stipend (up to $60/month)

• Outdoor Recreation Reimbursement ($900 annual maximum)

• Flexible hours (deliverable-based goals)

• Flexible time off (just need manager approval)

• Continuing professional education benefit

• Relocation package

• Monthly company events

• 401k program

SALARY: $70,000-130,000 USD

THE COMPANY:

H3X Technologies is a U.S.-based manufacturer of electric motors for sustainable aviation, marine, industrial, and defense applications. They have developed a family of integrated motor drives that can scale in power from 30kW to 30MW with power densities as high as 12 kW/kg and best-in-class efficiency. This high performance is enabled by novel scalable core technology and proprietary manufacturing processes for motor stacking, winding, and assembly. The design, manufacturing, and testing of their products is done in-house at their headquarters in Louisville, Colorado.

H3X’s world-class team is composed of experts from Tesla, SpaceX, GE Aviation, and Siemens with deep knowledge in electric machines, power electronics, material science, control systems, and advanced manufacturing. H3X takes pride in their multidisciplinary approach, relentless dedication, high capital efficiency, and Skunkworks-style execution.

H3X has raised over $30M with backing from top VC firms and strategic firms, including Lockheed Martin, Hanwha, Y Combinator, Cubit Capital, Metaplanet, TechNexus, and Liquid 2 Ventures.

H3X is poised to become the world’s leading supplier of advanced electric motors by 2030 to drive deep decarbonization in aviation, marine, and heavy industrial applications and unlock next-generation electrified defense technology to strengthen national security.

H3X is an equal opportunity-affirmative action employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, past or present military service or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.