Jobs in Houston, United States

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you! We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

• Adhere to all published safety procedures
• Support and promote management's vision and direction
• Provide strategic and functional oversight relating to Quality Assurance personnel and operations
• Administer the Product Quality Assurance Function per the JETS contract Statement of Work (SOW) & AS9100
• Develop procedures, guidelines, and implement policies that will strengthen the facility infrastructure
• Ensure compliance with existing facility and/or laboratory processes/procedures and recommend/implement process improvements where appropriate
• Develop and implement a clear method to communicate project status of ongoing activities to customers and management
• Maintain customer‑coordinated expected production schedules along with prioritizing needs
• Manage facility infrastructure upgrade projects as assigned and contribute to identifying and acquiring modern technology
• Review applicable work requests and develop/provide accurate cost estimates to customers
• Develop and implement competency evaluations, training plans and programs including mentoring programs
• Develop and/or post Key Performance Indicators to ensure quality, on‑time performance and other progress metrics
• Coordinate and participate in supplier quality management improvement initiatives
• Develop and maintain an environment that promotes accountability and ownership at the lowest possible level
• Manage personal performance of a team of Quality Assurance Specialists
• Use JETS Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions for Quality Assurance inspection acceptance and rejection
• Approve or reject raw materials, piece part components, sub‑assemblies and top‑level deliverable products into inventory based on required vs. provided documentation
• Coordinate closely with other JETS QA Inspectors regarding acceptance and rejection criteria and processes
• Interface with Supplier's Quality Representatives, Engineers and personnel
• Provide weekly status reports to the Quality and Compliance Manager as requested
• Apply and maintain quality standards for in‑process and final inspection
• As needed, perform receiving inspection of incoming raw materials, piece part components, sub‑assemblies and top‑level deliverable products and product quality inspections of Mandatory Inspection Points (MIPs) using approved procedures, drawings and specifications
• As needed, be willing and available to support precision clean room activities at JSC
• As needed, perform source inspection of space flight government furnished Equipment (GFE) at a supplier's place of business
• Perform other duties as required

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree or 9 years of experience in an area of specialty
• Must be able to demonstrate leadership ability, and good communication skills
• Must have prior lead/supervisory experience

• BS degree in Engineering from an accredited engineering school and a minimum of five (5) years of related experience or a cumulation of 10 years of relevant experience
• Familiarity with NASA and IPC workmanship standards (current certification preferred)
• Experience inspecting hardware cleanliness in a clean room environment
• Demonstrated experience and effectiveness in leading multi‑disciplinary teams is required
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
• Ability to coordinate support from a wide range of technical disciplines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Previous manufacturing inspection experience at NASA Johnson Space Center is highly desired
• Previous experience working on Amentum aerospace contracts at NASA Johnson Space Center is preferred
• Prior experience as a quality inspector in receiving inspection
• Familiarity with electrostatic discharge (ESD) control processes
• Familiarity with precision cleaning requirements and inspection
• Familiarity with FOD programs and spaceflight cleanliness requirements
• Ability to understand basic engineering terminology
• Knowledge of AS9100 and other relevant aerospace industry standards

• Excellent personal and professional career growth
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
• Much, much more!

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.