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# Senior Quality Assurance Engineer at SkyGrid

- **Company:** SkyGrid
- **Location:** Austin, TX
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** remote
- **Posted:** 2026-07-08
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/skygrid/1d4cf4ee-b7ae-458b-bcae-bc97f42e7d81

## Job description

SkyGrid, a Wisk Company, exists to open the sky for autonomous flight. Based in Austin, Texas, SkyGrid builds ground-based high-assurance third-party services to enable the safe operations and airspace integration of highly automated and autonomous aircraft. SkyGrid also acts as a key operational nexus for advanced air mobility, integrating and managing data, infrastructure, access, and traffic to support seamless and efficient air traffic services.

The SkyGrid team is looking for a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer to manage system, software, and hardware quality assurance for all SkyGrid products. The ideal candidate will have a background in systems and software quality assurance with expert knowledge in quality processes and guidelines as established by ARP-4754, RTCA DO-178C and DO-254. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have a background in corporate quality assurance and is familiar with Quality Management System (QMS) associated standards such as AS9100D, AS9100, or ISO900. This role will work closely with the Engineering and Program organizations to define processes, methods, and enforce compliance by assessing adherence to the operating procedures and working instructions. This position reports to the Director of Assurance and while a hybrid workplace is preferred, it can be considered a fully remote role.

Performance Objectives:

- Develop QMS streamlining with SMS and SecMS within the first year.
- Conduct monthly QMS audits for each discipline per AS9100D Business Management Review.
- Conduct regular QMS audits in preparation for annual AS9100D evaluation and continued re-certification.
- Address open actions, CARS, and SOI audit reviews from conception to closure.

Responsibilities:

- Develop and coordinate corporate level QMS through business pyramid that aligns with SMS and SecMS.
- Develop company policies, operating procedures, and work instructions.
- Ensure audit process exists for compliance at company and product/program level.
- Able to understand regulatory standards as defined by FAA and foreign regulatory agencies, and decipher the level of compliance required.
- Ensure compliance at the product/program level per planning document.
- Manage teams and ensure staffing needs are identified.
- Identify company and program risks and communicate to relevant parties for a timely resolution.
- Act as primary interface/contact to regulatory authorities for quality assurance.
- Monitor new and novel standards that may be levied to the company or program.
- Manage and report assurance and certification risks for escalation and resolution in a timely manner.
- Represent SkyGrid at applicable industry organizations and events.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in STEM.
- 10+ years of experience working in a highly technical, aerospace-related industry.
- 5+ years of experience in quality assurance for highly complex system (DAL C and higher).
- Strong working knowledge of AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality standards.
- Experience leading quality assurance audits with regulators throughout the entire program development lifecycle.
- Effective communication skills, self-driven, and capable of participating in regulatory focused discussions.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience presenting concisely to large groups of people including customers, regulatory authorities, internal technical groups, and leadership teams.
- Familiarity with certification standards such as 14 CFR Part 23, 25, 27, or 29.

Join Our Team and Enjoy Exceptional Benefits:

- Comprehensive Health Coverage from Day One: Enjoy immediate access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, including HSA and FSA options.
- Generous Retirement Contributions: Benefit from an automatic company 401k contribution program, with no match required, plus an additional company matching program to boost your retirement savings.
- Calm Annual Membership: Prioritize your mental health with complimentary access to mindfulness and meditation resources.
- Discounted ClassPass Membership: Stay active and healthy with access to thousands of fitness studios and gyms nationwide.
- Investment in Your Growth: Receive an annual stipend for learning and development to support your continuous education and skill development
- Engaging Team Activities: Participate in quarterly team-building events and celebrations organized by our dedicated culture committee.
- Fully Stocked Kitchen: Enjoy a variety of snacks and beverages to keep you fueled throughout the day.

## About SkyGrid

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: SkyGrid provides high-assurance third-party services and an airspace integration platform to enable safe, secure, and efficient autonomous flight for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) operations.
- **Entity Type**: Private (backed by Boeing; total funding of $13.3M reported)
- **Headquarters**: Austin, Texas, United States
- **Founded**: 2019
- **Founders**: Not publicly listed; leadership includes CEO Jia Xu, Head of Business Development Nate Isbell, and Chief Innovation Officer Alfredo Giuliano

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Aviation and Aerospace – specifically Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), and autonomous flight services.
- **Target customers**: B2B – operators of crewed and uncrewed aircraft, AAM ecosystem participants, government agencies, and infrastructure providers.
- **Mission or purpose**: “To open the sky for autonomous flight” by creating the world’s most trusted airspace and operational integration platform.

## Products & Services
- **Airspace Integration Platform**: A high-assurance, third-party service that seamlessly integrates and manages aeronautical and environmental data, monitors ground infrastructure, and performs high-integrity surveillance to support strategic and tactical decision-making for both crewed and uncrewed operations.
- **Cooperative Traffic Management Services**: Safety-of-life approved flight operations and traffic management for autonomous aircraft and AAM vehicles, ensuring safe integration into the National Airspace System (NAS).

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private company; subsidiary of Boeing)
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue of ~$13M (source: LinkedIn) and total funding of $13.3M across rounds (Seed round in 2021, plus earlier Series A/B rounds).
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Backed by Boeing, the world’s largest aerospace company, providing over 100 years of aviation expertise.
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount grew 57.6% year-over-year to 63 employees; 63 product + tech employees; actively hiring for Senior Software Engineer, Systems Engineer, Simulation Engineer, and Senior Product Designer roles.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Boeing backing**: Access to deep aerospace domain knowledge, safety certifications, and global airspace experience.
- **High-assurance focus**: Built with rigorous safety cases, cybersecurity controls, and system engineering – differentiating from competitors in the AAM software space.
- **Comprehensive situational awareness**: Provides a trusted set of aeronautical, environmental, and surveillance data along with real-time monitoring, enhancing safety for AAM operations.
- **Strategic location**: HQ in Austin, Texas, a hub for tech talent and innovation.

## Strategic Focus
- Scale the airspace integration platform to support the growing AAM ecosystem, including drone delivery, air taxi, and cargo operations.
- Deepen partnerships with aircraft manufacturers, infrastructure providers, and regulators to enable certified autonomous flight at scale.
- Continue building high-assurance, safety-of-life services that meet the rigorous standards of the National Airspace System.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture & Mission**: Work at the forefront of autonomous aviation, solving one of the industry’s biggest challenges – safely integrating uncrewed aircraft into the airspace. “Safety is our cornerstone” and innovation is celebrated.
- **Work Environment**: Hybrid workspace (flexible remote/on-site in Austin, TX). Employees enjoy a mix of in-office and remote work.
- **Perks & Benefits** (from SkyGrid careers page and Built In):
  - Comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, vision) with HSA/FSA options.
  - Automatic 401k contribution plus matching program.
  - Free Calm App membership and discounted ClassPass.
  - Annual learning & development stipend.
  - Quarterly team-building activities and fully stocked kitchen with snacks and coffee.
  - 4+ weeks PTO, company-wide winter break, and parental leave.
- **Team**: Diverse mix of aviation experts, engineers, data scientists, and tech enthusiasts. 16 reviews on LinkedIn give an overall rating of 4.5/5.0 (Culture: 4.5, Career: 4.4, Work-Life: 4.4, Compensation: 3.9).

## Sources
1. [SkyGrid Careers page](https://www.skygrid.com/careers/) – Perks, benefits, safety culture
2. [SkyGrid About Us](https://www.skygrid.com/about-us/) – Mission, leadership, Boeing backing
3. [LinkedIn company page](https://linkedin.com/company/skygrid) – Revenue, funding, headcount, employee reviews
4. [Lever Careers (SkyGrid jobs)](https://jobs.lever.co/skygrid) – Current open positions
5. [Built In Austin – SkyGrid](https://builtin.com/company/skygrid) – Hybrid policy, perks, employee count

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