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Lead Quality - Liquid Propulsion

Skyroot

Skyroot

Quality Assurance
Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Posted on Jan 11, 2026

About Us

Skyroot Aerospace is a National award-winning growth-stage start-up, founded by former ISRO scientists.
Our mission is to open space for all by providing affordable, reliable, and responsive space launch solutions.
We are a close-knit team of Space professionals building leading space launch vehicles and solutions from India for the world.

Job Description

Job Description :

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Quality Engineer with proven expertise in control components, valve assemblies, hydraulic & pneumatic systems, cryogenic systems, and precision manufacturing.

The role involves leading quality assurance initiatives, ensuring process integrity, product reliability, and compliance with international aerospace standards. The ideal candidate will provide technical leadership across inspection, process validation, supplier quality, and team guidance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and testing teams to ensure first-time-right product realization, delivering high-quality products for flight programs.

  • Quality assurance during qualification and functional testing of various fluid control systems, including valves and flow-control assemblies, along with pressure testing and helium leak testing of aerospace systems.

  • Review of engineering drawings and technical reports such as QAPs. QARs, SOPs, TRDs, PDRs, etc.

  • Perform detailed test data analysis and implement technical improvements, enhancing product reliability and performance.

  • Preparation of Quality assurance presentations for various technical form, Quality assurance report (QARs), Quality Assurance Plans (QAPs) for machining, fabrication, welding, component assembly, and additive manufacturing.

  • Preparation & execution of Failure Mode Effect and criticality Analysis, Corrective & Preventive Action, and Root Cause Analysis to resolve nonconformities and improve process performance.

  • Mentor and guide junior QA/QC engineers and technicians, promoting a culture of quality excellence.

  • Manage supplier quality audits, vendor capability assessments, and ensure quality compliance for procured components and valve parts.

  • Supervise calibration and verification of inspection tools, ensuring traceability and accuracy.

  • Support customer audits, QMS certification audits, and maintain complete documentation of inspection and quality records.

Key Skills & Knowledge

  • Expertise in assembly and integration of various aerospace components, flow-control valves and sub systems, tanks, and propulsion subassemblies.

  • Strong understanding of precision machining and aerospace-grade manufacturing.

  • Proficient in engineering drawing interpretation, GD&T, and tolerance analysis.

  • Hands-on experience with CMM, Micrometres, gauges, and knowledge of NDT methods (UT, PT, RT, LPT).

  • Familiar with WPS, PQR, WPQ and welding inspection documentation.

  • Working knowledge of ERP tools (SAP / Oracle / equivalent) and quality data analytics via MS Excel or Power BI.

  • Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and process improvement methodologies.

  • Understanding of international standards like AS9100D, AWS D17.1, ASTM, and ISO related to aerospace and valve systems.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent discipline.

  • Experience in aerospace, valve manufacturing, cryogenic systems, and precision machining environments.

Why Join Us

  • Opportunity to work on high-precision aerospace and cryogenic valve systems.

  • Exposure to advanced materials, composite manufacturing, and additive technologies.

  • Work in a dynamic, innovation-driven environment contributing to critical aerospace missions.

  • Competitive pay, professional growth, and a culture focused on quality and excellence.