Our mission at Skyryse is nothing less than a new era in flight, where fatalities are nearly zero, piloting any aircraft is simple and safe, and the sky is accessible to all. SkyOS, our industry-first universal operating system for flight, provides any airplane or helicopter with a fly-by-wire flight management solution that significantly reduces the complexity of flying. Skyryse One, our first production aircraft powered by SkyOS, was unveiled in 2024 and features the simplest, safest, and most intuitive flight controls in general aviation.

DESIGN QUALITY ASSURANCE ENGINEER - EL SEGUNDO, CA (ONSITE)

The aerospace Design Quality Assurance Engineer is responsible for ensuring the entire product life cycle (planning, design, build, test, certification) meets all internal quality standards and applicable regulatory guidelines and standards i.e. FAA/ISO/DO-178/DO-254/DO-160. (Hardware/Software/System)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and Implementation of Testing Procedures- Support the development and
  execution of comprehensive test plans, procedures, and processes to validate product
  design and functionality
• Manage and maintain records for aircraft conformity, quality documentation, and
  certification reporting.
• Develop and manage inspection schedules for parts, kits, documentation, and test
  articles to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Work closely with product development teams to ensure design for quality is integrated
  into prototypes and pre-production builds
• Create and manage documentation such as inspection criteria, test plans, design and
  process failure mode effects analysis and risk assessments
• Analyze and Audit Designs – Conduct audits to ensure Design life cycle is in accordance
  with the approved process
• Participate in design reviews such as preliminary design reviews (PDR), Critical Design
  Reviews (CDR), Prototype reviews, Design for Manufacturing, Design for Assembly,
  Verification and Validation, Final Design Reviews.
• Establish robust inspection criteria/plan to verify conformance
  Coordinate activities with Designated Airworthiness Representatives (DARs) and
  Designated Engineering Representatives (DERs) to support inspections and certifications
• Support the VP of Certification and Sr. Director, Quality in responding to FAA requests
  and audits.
• Lead internal and supplier audits to AS9100, ISO 9001, FAA standards; track findings and
  implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Develop and track quality metrics, analyze trends, and drive continuous improvement
  across engineering and production processes.
• Support ongoing improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring
  alignment with regulatory (FAA/EASA/DCMA/ISO-AS9100) and customer expectations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering discipline. Or, 6 +
  years of experience in aerospace quality assurance experience
• 5+ years of experience in quality assurance, supplier quality, or conformity inspection in
  the aerospace industry
• Strong knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, and FAA regulatory requirements
• 4+ years of working experience with regulatory agencies such as FAA, ISO/AS9100
  registrars, and customers
• 4+ years of working experience in reviewing installation, assembly and electrical drawing
  and participating in design reviews
• Working experience with FAA approved– Designated Manufacturing Inspection

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering discipline
• Experience working in a startup environment
• Experience in Aerospace Quality Management, or other related field
• Project or office management experience
• ISO/AS9100 lead auditor

WHY SKYRYSE?

• The opportunity to change the world through improving aviation safety and accessibility
• Salary: $100 - $145K
• Valuable stock option plan
• Heavily subsidized medical, dental and vision plans
• Full-time employees are eligible for 20 days of paid time off (PTO) and 5 sick days annually. PTO and sick days must be used in accordance with Company policy.
• A company with an ambitious vision, a dynamic work environment, and a team of smart, motivated, and fun to work-with colleagues!

The posted salary range reflects the potential base pay for this role, adjusted to account for varying geographic markets. Final compensation will be based on factors such as your location, job-related skills, experience, and internal alignment, including equity and benefits.

WE WELCOME ALL
Skyryse is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

NO AGENCY CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED.