Quality Manager - IN NEW ZEALAND (Relocation provided)
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Rocket Lab
Job Description
ABOUT ROCKET LAB
Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access space. The rockets and satellites we build, and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.
Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.
THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY IN AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND WITH RELOCATION PROVIDED.
First 90 days of employment will be based from Long Beach, California.
QUALITY MANAGER
Based on-site at our Auckland, NZ facility the Quality Manager we are looking for, is a leader with a keen eye for detail and relentless pursuit for continuous improvement. A leader who embraces challenges and can inspire a team to exceed expectations. If you have a passion for aerospace and a track record of maintaining the highest quality standards in a fast-paced environment, you might be the Quality Manager we are searching for.
WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO
- Leading Quality Management Systems (QMS): Manage and maintain Rocket Lab’s QMS ensuring adherence to AS9100. Oversee the certification processes necessary for compliance across all the manufacturing and operational departments.
- Supplier Quality Management: Oversee the quality performance of suppliers, establishing quality standards for incoming materials and manage supplier audits.
- MRB Management: Lead the Material Review Board processes to ensure non-conforming material is dispositioned and identify Scrap reduction initiatives.
- Quality improvement management: Lead Continuous improvement projects using industry-specific methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma and other tools to eliminate process variations and defects.
- KPI Reporting: Report the Quality performance metrics, communicating quality initiatives to stakeholder in the organization and identify areas for improvement.
YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, quality management, or a related field.
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in aerospace or complex manufacturing environments.
- 3+ years of proven leadership experience within a global manufacturing or service environment.
- Strong understanding of quality management principles and methodologies (e.g., ISO standards, AS9100, Lean, Six Sigma).
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working collaboratively across all levels of an organization and with external partners.
- Demonstrated ability to lead change and implement company-wide initiatives effectively.
THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:
- Advanced certifications in Six Sigma, Lean manufacturing, CQE etc.
- Knowledge of
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