Senior QA Engineering

Research Faculty

Part-Time

The Senior QA Engineer (QAE) provides planning, leadership, and supervisory quality assurance expertise to the Safety & Mission Assurance (S&MA) team and flight hardware development projects.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Founded a decade before NASA, the Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP) at the University of Colorado Boulder is revolutionizing human understanding of the cosmos. From enabling the first exploratory rocket measurements of Earth's upper atmosphere to trailblazing observations of every planet in the solar system, LASP is at the forefront of solar, planetary and space physics research, space-weather monitoring, and the search for evidence of habitable worlds.
LASP advances scientific discovery and inspires the next generation through research, innovation, and education in space sciences. We employ over 700 scientists, engineers, support personnel, and students that work closely to cultivate creative ideas and explore novel solutions to make the impossible possible.
LASP is dedicated to building and maintaining a unique synergism of expertise in space science, engineering, and spacecraft operations. Through research projects, LASP participates actively in the training of the future leaders of space research and helps the University of Colorado to educate students with valued technical and scientific skills. Maintains NASA and IPC certifications for workmanship inspections and performs inspections when needed.
Generates high level quality planning documents for programs and the LASP Quality Management System (QMS).
Contributes to writing of proposals for possible new LASP programs.
Audits, monitors, evaluates, and reports on vendor and subcontractor performance and activities.
Evaluates prospective suppliers' quality systems for compliance with requirements.
Guides, oversees, and makes recommendations to anomaly review boards throughout the project anomaly resolution process.
Advises project teams and lab personnel on complex QA matters.
Presents S&MA status and other data at project-level reviews.
Resolves issues of non-compliance with quality standards and procedures.
Trains personnel on LASP Engineering processes, quality system updates and other topics as needed.
Represents LASP as prime QA contact on programs and contracts, interacting with senior external personnel on significant technical matters.
Due to requirements to access export-controlled data and information, only U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), or other protected individuals (i.e., persons designated as an asylee, refugee, or temporary resident under amnesty provisions) may apply.
Occasional travel to vendors, subcontractors and affiliate facilities may be required.
At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
Ten years of QA experience in an aerospace environment
Experience with QA systems such as ISO 9001, AS9100, conducting audits, and corrective actions.
A demonstrated ability to understand quality engineering principles, tools, methods, and standards.
Ability to maintain professional working relationships with fellow employees, vendors, and prime contractor personnel.
Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software for maintaining accurate records.
Quality Assurance experience supporting the design, fabrication, integration, testing, and delivery of:
Scientific instruments
Flight electronics
Ground support equipment.
Experience with NASA flight projects from concept through launch.
To apply, please submit the following materials:

# Optional) Transcripts/Proof of Degree: If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources Department using an approved online vendor. However, if your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit an English-translated version as an Optional document.
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