Astrolab

Designs modular lunar rovers for exploration

Build Reliability Manager

Quality EngineeringUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeHawthorne, CA, USA$170k - $195k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM)-related field is required.
At least 3 years of experience in quality assurance, build reliability, design engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related engineering or quality function is required.

Responsibilities

Lead the build-out of the build reliability team.
Conduct process improvement activities across design, inventory, manufacturing, integration, test, and inspection across the organization.
Define and document inspection requirements and procedures.
Create training for production and inspection processes.
Author planning, test plans, and training to execute processes and collect data, ensuring efficient and stable quality as production volumes increase.
Contain non-conforming hardware in collaboration with quality, production, and design groups to ensure systemic issues are corrected and fleet risk is managed.
Work closely with design teams to improve design for manufacturability and requirement fulfillment; modify requirements and manufacturing processes when design intent and production rate are incompatible.
Conduct build quality reviews to identify repeat and high-impact issues, and drive corrective action.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with space-grade materials and manufacturing processes.
Knowledge of environmental testing for space applications.
Experience managing quality processes and system rollouts.
A proven track record implementing quality systems in a manufacturing environment.
Proficiency with quality management tools such as Six Sigma, Lean, failure mode and effects analysis, and statistical process control.
Familiarity with computer-aided design software, inspection equipment, and statistical analysis tools.
Certified Quality Engineer certification or similar certification is highly desirable.
Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams, technical projects, or engineering initiatives in a manufacturing or product development environment.

Venturi Astrolab, Inc. (Astrolab) is pioneering new ways to explore and operate on distant planetary bodies. We are singularly focused on designing, building, and operating a fleet of multi-purpose commercial planetary rovers to extend and enhance humanity’s presence in the solar system. We are seeking motivated, creative, and exceptional people to join our world-class team.

We are seeking a meticulous and experienced Build Reliability Manager to join our dynamic team. The role involves ensuring that our manufacturing facility is meeting the highest standards of Quality and Reliability. The Build Reliability team will be key in maintaining our commitment to excellence, from component inspection to final assembly verification.

Lead build out of build reliability team
Process improvement activities across the organization including design, inventory, manufacturing, integration, test, inspection, etc.
Define and document inspection requirements and procedures
Create training for production and inspection processes
Author planning, test plans, and training to execute processes and collect data, ensuring efficient and stable quality at increasing production volumes
Contain non-conforming hardware in collaboration with quality, production, and design groups to ensure systemic issues are corrected, and risk is managed for the fleet
Work closely with design teams to improve DFM and requirement fulfillment. Aggressively modify requirements and manufacturing process where design intent and production rate are incompatible
Conduct build quality reviews to identify repeat and high impact issues. Drive corrective action

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) related field
3+ years of experience in quality assurance, build reliability, design engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related engineering or quality function.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with space-grade materials and manufacturing processes
Knowledge of environmental testing for space applications
Experience with managing Quality processes and system rollouts
Proven track record in implementing quality systems in a manufacturing environment
Proficient in quality management tools like Six Sigma, Lean, FMEA, SPC
Familiarity with CAD software, inspection equipment, and statistical analysis tools
Certifications: Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or similar certification is highly desirable
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex information clearly
Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to quality issues
Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams, technical projects, or engineering initiatives in a manufacturing or product development environment.

About the Company

Astrolab

Designs modular lunar rovers for exploration

Astrolab designs and builds modular rovers for lunar and extraterrestrial surface missions. Its flagship FLEX rover is a modular, reusable vehicle that can transport cargo, equipment, and crew across the Moon. The system works by using interchangeable payload modules on a shared rover chassis, allowing rapid reconfiguration for different mission profiles—from cargo delivery to astronaut transport—without needing a new vehicle. The rover is designed to be compatible with existing and planned space infrastructure, including NASA’s Artemis program, enabling integration with governmental and commercial lunar operations. What sets Astrolab apart is its emphasis on a single, adaptable platform with modular payloads that can handle a range of tasks and mission profiles, rather than many specialized, single-use machines. The company aims to enable a sustained lunar presence and expanded human activity beyond Earth by providing reliable, flexible surface mobility.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Hawthorne, CA
Founded: 2019

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