Head of Product Assurance

About us

We are EnduroSat! A fast-growing space scale-up at the forefront of satellite innovation, specializing in advanced software-flexible satellites for commercial, governmental, and scientific endeavors.

• This is more than a job, it’s a mission

  We are making space universally accessible and redefining what’s possible.

• We get things done

  We take ownership of what we do, and we work hard to make a difference.

• We are fearless

  Transparency is our only way forward. We dare to address and resolve issues head-on.

• We learn from our mistakes

  We deliver, take informed risks, and evolve to achieve our goals. We compare with the best version of ourselves.

What is the role?

As Head of Product Assurance, you will oversee all aspects of product assurance for our space systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and driving continuous improvement initiatives. You will lead a team of dedicated professionals to manage risk assessments, technology development, critical materials, and supplier collaboration, ensuring the quality and reliability of our products and missions throughout their lifecycle.

Some of your daily tasks will include:

• Leadership and Strategy: Develop and execute a strategic vision for the Product Assurance function, aligning with EnduroSat's goals and objectives. Lead and mentor a team of Product Assurance Engineers and other professionals
• Industry Standards Compliance: Ensure compliance with industry-specific standards, such as ECSS and NASA GEVS standards, and maintain rigorous documentation to uphold the quality and reliability of our products
• Quality Assurance Processes: Oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of quality assurance processes and procedures specific to space product development
• Risk Management: Manage risk assessment activities to identify potential issues affecting product and mission quality, reliability, and safety. Support risk management activities throughout the project lifecycle
• Supplier Collaboration and Audits: Foster strong relationships with suppliers and conduct audits to verify compliance with industry standards and company requirements. Ensure the quality of materials, components, modules, and subsystems
• Configuration Management: Support configuration management activities to ensure proper control and documentation of changes to all equipment and mission portfolios
• Testing and Inspection Oversight: Manage testing and inspections at various stages of the spacecraft system lifecycle, including R&D, integration, and launch. Collaborate with testing facilities for environmental testing
• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the overall quality, reliability, and performance of the spacecraft systems
• Launch and Mission Support: Provide support during launch campaigns and mission operations to address quality or reliability concerns

What do we look for?

• Proven experience in a senior product assurance role, with a deep understanding of space systems and technologies
• Strong knowledge of space industry standards, such as ECSS and NASA GEVS
• Extensive experience with risk management and supplier collaboration in the context of space products
• Strong leadership and communication skills to effectively manage cross-functional teams and external partners
• Hands-on experience in space product assurance and an understanding of space environment challenges
• A degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Hardware Engineering, or a related field

Why EnduroSat?

• Fast-paced and delivery-focused culture

  We work with well-defined quarterly-based objectives that allow us to fast-track the progression of our work and improve as we go.

• Tough engineering challenges and hard-core R&D

  You will work on unique space technology and build next-gen innovations, mentored by world-recognized space experts.

• Constant learning and progression

  Own your personal growth through our career progression framework and educational programs.

• Chance to join our space educational program

  Meet international space experts and improve your knowledge and skillset through our hands-on educational program.

At EnduroSat, we embrace diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone is treated with fairness and respect. We are committed to equal employment opportunities without discrimination against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. This position is open to people with disabilities in accordance with the Bulgarian Persons with Disabilities Act, ensuring accessibility and reasonable accommodation in the workplace.