Quality Manager

Who we are

Neros is a defense technology company rebuilding America's drone industrial base. We design and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are tested in combat, iterated at startup speed, and built at massive scale. Our team culture is fast, hands-on, and obsessed with closing the gap between design and deployment.

As drones transform the character of warfare, Neros is delivering the systems the West needs to compete on the modern battlefield and deter the adversaries of democracy.

What you will be doing

We are seeking a Quality Manager to establish and lead end-to-end quality systems for a growing suite of air and ground side products throughout the entire product lifecycle. This role requires building quality processes from the ground up in a fast-paced startup environment while ensuring compliance with stringent defense industry standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in high-volume electronics manufacturing quality control and a proven track record of implementing reliability programs for mission-critical systems.

Responsibilities

• Establish comprehensive quality management systems spanning engineering requirements through field deployment for defense electronics products
• Develop supplier quality programs including vendor audits, component certifications, and performance scorecards for mission-critical defense systems
• Implement quality control processes for high-volume electronics manufacturing including incoming inspection, in-process monitoring, and final testing protocols
• Lead reliability engineering initiatives including failure analysis, accelerated life testing, and field performance tracking to ensure mission readiness
• Create quality documentation frameworks to support defense contracting compliance, regulatory audits, and customer qualification requirements
• Drive cross-functional quality improvements across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain to minimize defects and optimize product reliability
• Architect and build a world class quality team from the ground up

You should have the following

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field with 5+ years of quality management experience
• Proven experience implementing quality systems for high-volume electro-mechanical systems.
• Strong background in reliability engineering including failure analysis, MTBF calculations, accelerated life testing, and field data analysis
• Hands-on experience with defense industry standards including MIL-STD specifications, ITAR compliance, and government contracting quality requirements
• Demonstrated expertise in supplier quality management including vendor audits, incoming inspection protocols, and supply chain risk assessment
• Proficiency with quality management tools including statistical process control, Six Sigma methodologies, and quality management software systems
• Experience building quality processes from scratch in startup or high-growth manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of electronics testing methodologies including environmental testing, EMI/EMC compliance, and component-level failure analysis
• Strong project management skills with ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive quality initiatives across engineering and manufacturing

Nice to have

• Experience with AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality management system implementation and auditing
• Background in RF/microwave electronics quality control and testing methodologies
• Previous startup experience in defense technology or dual-use technology companies
• Experience with government customer quality reviews and defense contractor audits

US Salary Range

$150,000 - $225,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are considered part of Neros' total compensation package.

We're an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.