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Full-Time

Hardware QA Engineer

Posted on 6/26/2024

True Anomaly

True Anomaly

51-200 employees

Integrates AI and software into spacecraft

Data & Analytics
Hardware
AI & Machine Learning
Aerospace

Compensation Overview

$110k - $140kAnnually

+ Equity

Senior, Expert

Centennial, CO, USA

Category
QA & Testing
Quality Assurance
Required Skills
Quality Assurance (QA)
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • College Degree
  • 5+ years of experience as a Quality Engineer in an aerospace environment
  • Experience working with depth gauges, dial calipers, and/or automated gauges
  • Experience maintaining production or quality control equipment
  • Experience with EIDP’s, CoC’s, Non-conformance Reporting Processes
  • Previous experience with corrective actions, supplier engagement, and 3rd party audit support
  • Proficiency with computer applications (such as: Microsoft: Excel, Word, Outlook)
  • Strong attention to detail and experience reviewing and understanding graphs and trends
  • Demonstrated ability to provide clear and concise communication (verbal and written) in a respectful manner to all levels of personnel
Responsibilities
  • Be a proactive leader; demonstrate the ability to identify issues and develop solutions.
  • Participate in risk identification reviews of manufacturing instructions and test, Read blueprints, specifications. Monitor operations to ensure that production standards are met.
  • Recommend adjustments to the assembly or production process and contribute to maintaining compliance. Advise production when inspection results do not meet customer specifications. Identify supplier issues and address design and manufacturing areas for improvement.
  • Manage internal and external audit/inspection such as AS9100 and ISO9001.
  • Adjudicate inspection issues and collaborate with the responsible manufacturing and/or engineering functions to improve product and/or processes. Lead defect analysis for products and process work centers and facilitate improvements.
  • Routinely use measuring tools (such as: caliper gauges, micrometers).  
  • Maintain a safe and clean workspace.
  • Build positive relationships across designated team by effectively collaborating, communicating, and upholding ethical integrity.
  • Drive Lean Manufacturing principles throughout the organization as it pertains to quality assurance methodology.
  • Other duties as assigned.

True Anomaly specializes in advanced technology that integrates spacecraft, software, and AI to enhance space capabilities for the U.S., its allies, and commercial partners, with a focus on global security and sustainable space access.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$142M

Headquarters

Denver, Colorado

Founded

2022

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-3%

1 year growth

22%

2 year growth

130%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Securing a $30M contract for the VICTUS HAZE space mission underscores True Anomaly's strong market position and growth potential.
  • The appointment of Frank Di Pentino as Chief Strategy Officer brings valuable expertise and strategic vision to the company, aligning product development with emergent space domain needs.
  • The recent $100M financing round provides substantial capital for further innovation and expansion, positioning True Anomaly for long-term success.

What critics are saying

  • Recent layoffs and the cancellation of the summer internship program may indicate financial instability or mismanagement, potentially affecting employee morale and retention.
  • The competitive landscape in space and defense technology is intense, requiring continuous innovation to maintain a competitive edge.

What makes True Anomaly unique

  • True Anomaly's focus on space security and sustainability sets it apart in the aerospace sector, particularly with its advanced hardware and software systems.
  • The company's ability to produce a fully tested, mission-ready satellite every five days demonstrates a high level of operational efficiency and scalability.
  • Strategic partnerships with the U.S. Space Force and Agile Space Industries enhance True Anomaly's credibility and capability in national security missions.
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