Principal Quality Systems Engineer

Principal Quality Systems Engineer Austin, TX Quality - Quality Assurance /Full-time /On-site apply for this job

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At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.

We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Quality Systems Engineer to lead the architecture, standardization, and continuous improvement of our enterprise Quality Management System (QMS). This senior individual contributor will drive transformation initiatives to ensure alignment with ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards, building a scalable, data-driven quality framework across the organization.

This role operates at the intersection of quality, engineering, and operations, enhancing process consistency, documentation usability, and system effectiveness. The ideal candidate will also define and govern information architecture and content strategy for internal documentation systems, enabling efficient knowledge transfer, audit readiness, and improved diagnosability and serviceability.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead enterprise-wide QMS transformation and standardization initiatives across product lines, engineering, and support functions

Influence cross-functional teams to adopt consistent processes, quality practices, and knowledge systems

Serve as a senior technical authority on quality systems, process governance, and documentation architecture

Architect and maintain a centralized, controlled repository for process documentation, templates, and standards

Define and implement information architecture and content strategy for internal documentation systems

Ensure compliance with AS9100 requirements, including document control, traceability, revision management, and records retention

Design intuitive site maps, user flows, and documentation structures

Establish enterprise process frameworks that reduce reliance on inconsistent or informal practices

Define project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and task assignments

Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies

Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and organizational requirements

Evaluate outcomes, capture lessons learned, and drive continuous improvement

Develop training materials and continuous learning programs for employees

Facilitate knowledge transfer to ensure awareness of QMS updates and process improvements

Analyze documentation usability and implement enhancements based on user feedback

Analyze workflows and user behavior to improve efficiency and accessibility

Conduct usability testing to refine information architecture and documentation systems

Partner with engineering and support teams to improve diagnosability, serviceability, and product quality

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

12-15 years of experience in Quality Systems, Systems Engineering, or enterprise process architecture

Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 standards and audit practices

Deep understanding of QMS frameworks, configuration management, and process governance

Experience designing and managing information architecture and content strategy

Proven ability to develop training, onboarding, and continuous learning programs

Expertise in usability analysis, workflow optimization, and process improvement

Demonstrated success collaborating across engineering and support teams

Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project, Smartsheet)

Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Excellent communication and stakeholder influence capabilities

CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.  Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.  

CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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