Product Assurance Manager

About the role

The Product Assurance Manager will ensure the integrity, reliability, and compliance of space systems throughout their lifecycle, from concept through launch and operations. You will lead the implementation of assurance frameworks aligned with ECSS, NASA, and AS9100 standards, embedding mission assurance across satellite platforms, payloads, and ground systems.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain product assurance plans for each mission, aligned with ECSS/NASA standards and AS9100.
• Lead PA reviews (MRR, TRR, QR, FAR) and manage non‑conformance control, root‑cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Apply RAMS methodologies, conduct FMEA/FMECA, fault‑tree analysis, and hazard assessments for spacecraft and ground subsystems.
• Lead supplier PA audits, qualification reviews, and incoming inspection protocols, ensuring subcontractor compliance.
• Maintain risk registers, support mitigation planning, and contribute to Go/No‑Go decisions.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with ECSS, ISO 9001, UAE space regulations, and export control requirements.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Systems Engineering or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in product or mission assurance, reliability engineering, or related roles within the space sector.
• Deep knowledge of ECSS‑Q‑ST, NASA‑STD‑8739, AS9100 and space‑grade hardware assurance practices.
• Proven experience in PA planning, risk management, and supplier assurance.
• Familiarity with SAP DMS, NCR systems and configuration‑management platforms.

Required skills

• ECSS and NASA standards implementation.
• AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality management.
• RAMS (Reliability, Availability, Maintainability, Safety) methodologies.
• FMEA/FMECA and fault‑tree analysis.
• Risk register maintenance and mitigation planning.
• SAP DMS, NCR tracking and configuration‑management tools.