Full-Time

Quality Manager

Posted on 6/27/2024

Honeybee Robotics

Honeybee Robotics

201-500 employees

Develops advanced electromechanical systems for aerospace

Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$120k - $149kAnnually

Senior

No H1B Sponsorship

Pasadena, CA, USA

This position is onsite in Altadena, CA.

US Citizenship Required

Category
Research & Development
Aerospace Engineering
Required Skills
GD&T
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in a science or engineering discipline, preferably with a focus on electronics.
  • Familiarity and understanding of current ISO 9001/AS 9100 quality systems.
  • Proficient in interpreting engineering specifications, mechanical drawings, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T).
  • Knowledgeable about process capability concepts, including Statistical Process Control (SPC) techniques.
  • Possesses strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Demonstrated expertise in Supplier Quality Assurance, alongside a deep comprehension of continuous improvement principles, lean manufacturing practices, and ERP/MRP planning systems.
  • Proficient in Office applications such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, with a working knowledge of MS Project.
Responsibilities
  • Lead quality functions for assigned programs from proposal through shipment to the customer, collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure adherence to quality standards.
  • Interpret customer and program requirements, develop robust strategies, and execute plans to maintain quality standards throughout the program lifecycle.
  • Manage a team of Quality Engineers and Quality Technicians, including developing and monitoring key performance metrics to uphold quality processes.
  • Analyze design reliability and quality, propose process enhancements, and work with Engineering to achieve production readiness.
  • Host customer and internal quality audits, ensuring compliance with established standards.
  • Interface with suppliers to establish QA/QC tools for measuring supplier performance and address any issues affecting products and services.
  • Track action plans from supplier audits, ensuring timely completion and correctness.
  • Issue formal supplier corrective actions (SCARs) and collaborate with suppliers to resolve problems.
  • Issue internal and supplier Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) as necessary.
  • Provide guidance in interpreting and adapting quality standards and government regulations, offering advice as needed to support compliance efforts.

Honeybee Robotics creates advanced electromechanical systems for use in both space and terrestrial environments. Their products are designed to enhance user experiences and push the boundaries of current technology. The company primarily serves clients in the aerospace and defense sectors, including NASA, by providing research and development services tailored to specific project needs. Honeybee Robotics secures funding through contracts and grants, particularly from government programs like SBIR and STTR, which support the development of new technologies. They have achieved significant milestones, such as testing their PlanetVac system on a suborbital rocket and deploying a solar array for a satellite mission. Their goal is to continue advancing spacecraft and robotic technologies, particularly following their acquisition by Ensign Bickford Industries, which has allowed for further growth in their capabilities.

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$27M

Headquarters

Longmont, Colorado

Founded

1983

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased interest in lunar infrastructure boosts demand for Honeybee's LUNARSABER technology.
  • Blue Origin's acquisition provides financial resources and strategic alignment for Honeybee.
  • Public-private partnerships in space exploration open new funding avenues for Honeybee.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from emerging space technology companies threatens Honeybee's market share.
  • Reliance on government contracts poses financial risks if priorities shift.
  • Blue Origin's acquisition may lead to strategic shifts impacting existing partnerships.

What makes Honeybee Robotics unique

  • Honeybee Robotics specializes in advanced electromechanical systems for space and terrestrial applications.
  • The company has a strong track record with over 1,000 projects delivered.
  • Honeybee Robotics is a key player in NASA's Mars and lunar missions.

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