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Senior Quality Engineer

Foundry Robotics · Emeryville, CA · On-site

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About Foundry Robotics

AI-first, assembly-focused robotics that rebuilds American manufacturing—faster, more flexible, and ready for what’s next. Backed by Khosla Ventures.

About the role

This role is for a Senior Quality Engineer who can build a quality function from first principles and run it credibly in front of demanding customers. You will architect our AS9100D-compliant Quality Management System (QMS) from scratch, lead the company through third-party certification, and own the system as our scope expands across new customers and programs. You will be the in-house technical authority on quality. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • 7+ years of quality engineering experience in a regulated manufacturing environment
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, or equivalent demonstrated experience
  • Working expertise in AS9100D and/or ISO 9001:2015 is a prerequisite. You have built or operated inside the standard and can write procedures that pass external audit
  • Demonstrated experience leading or materially contributing to a QMS implementation or third-party certification effort
  • Fluency in structured problem solving, FMEA, control plans, and process capability analysis
  • Strong GD&T fluency and the ability to read, interpret, and challenge engineering drawings
More about this role

Foundry Robotics is building an AI-native robotics manufacturing company focused on deploying advanced assembly and production capability for leading robotics companies and national-security-critical hardware. Basically, we're building robots that build robots.

We are reimagining manufacturing through advanced robotics. Our mission is to rebuild the American manufacturing industry as an AI-first, assembly-focused, dual-use contract manufacturer. We aim to empower manufacturers with intelligent, efficient, and adaptable robotic systems that redefine productivity and quality. As a founding member of our engineering team, you will have a direct and significant impact on our product, culture, and ultimate success. This role is 100% in-person at our office in Emeryville, CA.

This role is for a Senior Quality Engineer who can build a quality function from first principles and run it credibly in front of demanding customers. You will architect our AS9100D-compliant Quality Management System (QMS) from scratch, lead the company through third-party certification, and own the system as our scope expands across new customers and programs. You will be the in-house technical authority on...

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