Launch Vehicle Product Assurance Quality Engineer na ManTech

MANTECH seeks a talented and detail-oriented Launch Vehicle Product Assurance Quality Engineer to join our Air Force and Space Division in El Segundo, CA. You will play a key role in supporting the United States Air Force Space and Missile Systems Center (SMC) Launch Systems Enterprise Directorate’s National Security Space Launch (NSSL) program by providing technical assurance from design through launch. This is a unique opportunity to collaborate across government and industry to ensure mission success for national security space initiatives. This position supports end-to-end technical oversight of launch vehicle systems, with a focus on quality engineering, flight hardware pedigree, and process assurance. You will engage with launch providers, government stakeholders, and contractors to support manufacturing audits, data reviews, and certification activities. ResponsibilitiesYou will help ensure launch vehicle hardware meets stringent national security requirements by:Leading and supporting pedigree reviews of launch vehicle flight hardware, including design, manufacturing, testing, and data analysis artifactsReviewing and evaluating quality assurance requirements within launch service contracts and acquisition processesProducing detailed assessments of launch providers’ manufacturing and quality practices, including audits, trend analyses, and supplier certification reviewsDelivering technical input to documents such as Process Guides, Test Plans, Engineering Review Boards (ChERBs), and CDRL evaluationsCoordinating supplier site visits, mentoring quality team members, and tracking emerging issues in the launch enterpriseSupporting scheduling and tracking of launch vehicle quality audits and collaborating with providers, contractors, and government representativesMinimum QualificationsBachelor of Science (BS) in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related STEM field9+ years of experience in aerospace, mechanical, or related STEM fields, including 2+ years in aerospace quality or manufacturing engineeringAbility to analyze technical designs, processes, and documentation to assess quality complianceExperience collaborating across multidisciplinary teams (DoD, USAF, NASA, NRO, industry)Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and collaboration tools such as SharePoint Preferred QualificationsMaster of Science (MS) in Engineering or STEM disciplineDemonstrated experience with complex manufacturing, quality systems, and lean practicesBackground in quality certification, producibility, or process validationExperience supporting Delta, Atlas, Falcon, or similar launch vehicle programsAvailability of prior work examples and personal references Clearance RequirementsMust be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance. Physical RequirementsMust be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the timeOccasionally moves about the office to access files and equipmentFrequently communicates with team members and customers, including presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Candidatar-se agora