Senior Manager - Quality Engineering

About Commonwealth Fusion Systems: 

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy.

Combining decades of research, top talent and new technologies, we’re designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future. 

We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised over $2 billion in capital – more than any other fusion energy company in the U.S.

Now we’re looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who’ll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team. 

If that’s you and this role fits, we want to hear from you.

Join the power movement as a Senior Manager - Quality Engineering

CFS is seeking a Senior Manager - Quality Engineering to lead our Quality Engineering team, enhancing quality for HTS Magnet production and the SPARC Project. This leadership role is vital for establishing and driving robust quality processes, ensuring alignment with design and manufacturing requirements, and fostering a culture of quality across cross-functional teams.

The Senior Manager - Quality Engineering will work closely with Design, R&D, Supplier Quality, and Manufacturing teams to establish risk-informed quality controls that support CFS's mission. The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader with strong technical skills in quality engineering, advanced problem-solving capabilities, and proven expertise in Root Cause Analysis.

What you'll do:

• Lead the Quality Engineering team to develop, define, and implement comprehensive quality requirements for product designs and manufacturing processes
• Drive and oversee the development and execution of PFMEAs, Control Plans, and Quality Plans for the production and installation of various subsystems integrated into the SPARC project
• Establish and maintain effective measurement systems and inspection methods to verify that all manufactured components comply with quality standards
• Develop and report metrics on product quality performance, including tracking trends, identifying areas for improvement, and communicating results to key stakeholders
• Take a lead role in problem-solving initiatives across manufacturing and assembly processes, identifying and addressing complex quality issues through a structured Root Cause Analysis methodology
• Conduct and facilitate 8D Root Cause Analysis for high-impact nonconformances, engaging cross-functional teams in comprehensive problem resolution and implementing robust corrective actions
• Mentor the Quality Engineering team in advanced problem-solving techniques to foster a proactive approach to quality improvement
• Direct the collection, analysis, and interpretation of manufacturing data, using control charts, process capability studies, and Measurement System Analysis, to identify trends, detect process variations, and escalate critical insights to Operations
• Develop and implement structured Quality Improvement Plans in response to recurring issues, ensuring continuous quality enhancement throughout the production lifecycle
• Oversee the development of detailed manufacturing instructions that document quality-critical characteristics
• Work proactively with manufacturing and R&D teams to anticipate potential quality issues, incorporating preventative measures in design and process plans
• Develop quality requirements and inspection plans for assembly and commissioning activities, ensuring compliance with engineering requirements and proactively identifying potential risks
• Provide oversight for high-priority Quality Inspections, ensuring alignment with project specifications and adherence to stringent quality standards
• Act as a mentor and technical resource to Quality Engineers, fostering professional growth and technical excellence

What we’re looking for:

• BS or higher in Engineering
• Minimum 5 years of Quality Engineering experience in manufacturing environment
• At least 3 years in a supervisory or team lead capacity
• ISO 9001-2015, Six Sigma, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Process Capability Analysis, PFMEA, Measurement System Analysis (MSA), APQP
• GD&T and Metrology 
• Knowledge of NDE (non-destructive evaluation) methods including dye penetrant, ultrasonic, computerized tomography, and x-ray
• Minitab or JMP, MS Excel (including VBA), MS Visio
• Excellent communication and organization skills

Bonus points for:

• Experience with Welding Process and Nondestructive Testing
• Experience with assembly of large metallic components
• Experience with CMM or Romer Arm

Must-have Requirements:

• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
• Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally
• Extended activities such as typing, standing, sitting, etc.
• Work in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics

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At CFS, we excel in fast-paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. As we grow, we’re eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges.

We value diversity deeply and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally, regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law.