Quality Admin

Karman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development, and production of critical, next-generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War and its allies’ core mission priorities, and meet the accelerating demand for access to space. Building on nearly 50 years of success, we deliver Payload & Protection Systems, Aero/Hydrodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting over 130 space and defense programs.

This role is part of our Space and Launch business, which has contributed to the nation’s space programs for decades by delivering complete solutions from concept to flight. We enable successful space operations with mission-critical technology supporting every step from first launch to final landing, including launch vehicle subsystems, propulsion systems, aerodynamic and interstage systems, and payload protection and deployment. Our high-performance solutions are engineered to operate in the most extreme environments and meet precise mission requirements.

As a Quality Administrator, you will maintain accurate quality records and data packages that support product conformity, customer reviews, training, purchasing, and the effective operation of the Quality Management System (QMS). Working closely with Quality, Production, Purchasing, and customers, you will help ensure documentation is complete, requirements are understood, and quality information is ready when needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepares customer-deliverable data packages and retained product data packages.
• Reviews, records, and maintains quality records and data packages for completeness and accuracy.
• Supports customer conformity reviews and source inspections.
• Reviews customer and Karman quality requirements for each job.
• Maintains records and matrix controls for training and Material Review Team (MRT) activities.
• Supports Purchasing by conducting supplier surveys and maintaining records and Approved Supplier List (ASL) controls.
• Applies AS9100 Quality Management System procedures and tools to support product conformity, product safety, and quality requirements.
• Collaborates with the Quality Manager, Production, and other departments to support quality and production schedule needs, including requested overtime.
• Communicates with internal customers and maintains awareness of applicable changes and customer requirements.
• Recognizes how quality data administration affects customer products and follows Karman policies and procedures for ethical conduct.

Required Qualifications

• Two or more years of college education or related technical training.
• Experience in inspection using quality techniques.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management.
• Proficiency with computers, including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Knowledge of basic Quality Management System reporting, recordkeeping, and instruction-following processes.

This position requires U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws, including U.S. citizens and nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company paid life and AD&D insurance
• Short and long term disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement

Karman Space and Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.