About the role

  • Director overseeing product assurance for Kepler Communications, leading quality initiatives in aerospace. Working to ensure reliability and safety in their space mission products.

Responsibilities

  • Act as the leader and primary point of contact for all quality-related matters with the customer
  • Develop and implement product assurance strategies, plan and procedures aligned with the project requirements and industry standards (ECSS, ISO 9001, AS9100, IPC)
  • Ensure quality compliance throughout all the phases of the product lifecycle including design, manufacturing, assembly, integration and test
  • Monitor, report and assist in the resolution of non-conformances using structured processes
  • Lead and manage a Quality team, including setting priorities, coaching, and fostering professional development
  • Lead and participate in internal and external quality audits, FMEA and PFMEA processes
  • Organize and chair key PA milestone reviews, including EQSRs (Equipment Qualification Status Reviews), MRRs (Manufacturing Readiness Reviews), IRRs (Integration Readiness Reviews), TRRs (Test Readiness Reviews), and QRs (Qualification Reviews)
  • Develop plans and strategies for Reliability, Availability, Maintainability and Safety activities interfacing with Kepler systems engineering team.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in product assurance or quality management preferably in the aerospace or satellite industry
  • Strong knowledge of industry best practices and certifications in product assurance, as well as knowledge of industry standards
  • Familiarity with lifecycle management of key institutions such as European Space Agency or NASA.
  • Familiarity with configuration management techniques
  • Proficiency in quality management tools and methodologies (e.g. Six Sigma, FMEA, FRACAS)
  • Demonstrated expertise in decision-making and effectively conveying those decisions to both suppliers and customers
  • Strong confidence in engaging with customers, fostering robust relationships
  • Exceptional negotiation skills paired with superior communication abilities
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills
  • A high level of flexibility, responsibility, and a proactive work ethic, capable of working both independently and in an organized manner

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation with a robust equity plan to share in our success.
  • Comprehensive coverage for health, dental, and vision insurance—including dependents.
  • Unlimited vacation, supportive parental leave policy, and company-wide holiday shutdown.
  • Semi-annual company-wide parties and frequent in-office team events.
  • Relocation packages available for approved roles.
  • $1,500 annual professional development fund to support your growth.
  • Fully stocked Toronto office kitchen with snacks, drinks, games and top-notch kitchen appliances.
  • Town Halls, Celebration Calls, and Company-wide events to stay connected and engaged.
  • We’re a certified Great Place to Work®, five years in a row!

Job title

Director, Safety & Mission Assurance

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

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