Overview
Quality Assurance Representative - Kennedy Space Center
Location: Merritt Island, FL
Status: Full Time
Contract: LASSO II
Clearance: U.S. Citizenship required
Astrion is seeking a Quality Assurance Representative to join our team at the Kennedy Space Center (KSC), supporting the LASSO II Contract. This is a full-time, onsite role where you'll ensure mission-critical operations are conducted safely, effectively, and in compliance with NASA, federal, and industry standards.
As part of our safety and mission assurance team, you'll perform hands-on work in laboratory and operational environments, support flight hardware and GSE quality inspections, and provide oversight of Astrion' s AS9100D Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with NASA and external customer requirements.
This position is ideal for a detail-driven quality assurance representative who thrives in dynamic environments where human spaceflight, cutting-edge technology, and mission success converge.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Quality, Engineering, Safety, Occupational Health, or related field
Experience: 5+ years of relevant experience in quality assurance, or ISO/AS9100 auditing
Skills:
Excellent communication, presentation, and customer-facing skills
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access) and SharePoint
Ability to work independently and in a team environment with minimal supervision
Physical ability to climb stairs/ladders, wear PPE, and work both indoors and outdoors in a hazardous testing facility environment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
AS9100D Lead Quality Auditor certification (ANAB accredited)
American Society for Quality certifications (CQA, CQE, CQI, etc.)
Skilled in continuous improvement projects (Six Sigma)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide oversight and implementation support for Astrion' s AS9100D-compliant Quality Management System
Serve as the primary internal auditor for the LASSO II contract performing audits and interfacing with employees and management
Support quality inspection of GSE and flight hardware for CRCA, LETF, and Field Projects, including work involving cable fabrication, process changes, QMS compliance, supporting in house quality inspectors with guidance
Review and approve Work Authorization Documents and perform corrective action plans
Serve as the primary point of contact between the LASSO II laboratory groups and NASA Quality and customer audit teams
Investigate and resolve compliance issues in coordination with NASA, government agencies, and project teams
Partner with laboratory operations to maintain compliance with customer, NASA, and company quality standards
Collaborate across multiple disciplines to ensure safe and efficient operations in high-consequence environments
Contribute to a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement in support of space exploration missions
Assist the safety team in conducting site safety, health, and quality assessments across operational and research programs
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