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Director of Quality

Mojave Energy Systems is seeking a strategic quality leader to establish and operate a world-class manufacturing quality operation. Reporting directly to the CEO, the Director of Quality will build from the ground floor a comprehensive quality management system that ensures the highest standards of product reliability, customer satisfaction, and regulatory compliance. This is a pivotal role for a venture-backed company at the forefront of climate solutions innovation, where you will shape quality culture and practices while scaling manufacturing operations across our South Carolina facility. The ideal candidate will combine deep expertise in quality systems and manufacturing excellence with entrepreneurial adaptability—someone who thrives in building robust processes and teams while maintaining uncompromising quality standards for our cutting-edge liquid desiccant air conditioning systems. If you are a quality leader eager to make a tangible impact on both our business and the future of sustainable air conditioning, we invite you to apply.


About Mojave Energy Systems, Inc.

Mojave is changing the nature of air conditioning. Air conditioning consumes ~9% of total global electricity production and results in the emissions of 1 billion tons of carbon dioxide annually. It's time for a change, and Mojave's liquid desiccant air conditioning systems are doing just that. If you want to change the world, starting with the world of air conditioning, then you may belong at Mojave. We seek purpose-driven team members who enjoy problem solving, teamwork, and personal growth to join our venture-backed company.


About the Director of Quality position:

We seek an experienced quality leader to establish and operate a world-class manufacturing quality operation for Mojave Energy Systems. Reporting directly to the CEO, the successful candidate will build from the ground floor a comprehensive quality management system that ensures the highest standards of product reliability, customer satisfaction, and regulatory compliance. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape quality culture and practices within a rapidly growing venture-backed company at the forefront of climate solutions innovation. The Director will play a critical role in scaling manufacturing operations while maintaining uncompromising quality standards for our cutting-edge liquid desiccant air conditioning systems. We offer a competitive salary and benefits plus a notable equity package.


Responsibilities:

  • Establish and lead the manufacturing quality function, including the development of quality policies, procedures, and systems aligned with industry standards and regulatory requirements
  • Define and implement comprehensive quality assurance and quality control processes across all manufacturing operations at our South Carolina facility
  • Develop and manage quality metrics, dashboards, and reporting systems to track product performance, defect rates, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Conduct design verification and validation activities to ensure products meet all technical specifications and customer requirements
  • Participate in and provide input to Product Development activities (phase gate reviews, design reviews, DFMEA, etc) with the goal of driving quality into the furthest upstream activities
  • Participate in and provide input to Manufacturing Process development activities, such as PFMEA, work instruction creation and updates, and new equipment run-off and qualification
  • Manage supplier quality programs, including supplier audits, part qualification, and ongoing performance monitoring
  • Lead investigation and resolution of quality issues, including root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
  • Work with external parties on quality-related certifications (UL, energy efficiency, etc.)[RE1] 
  • Build and mentor a quality team, establishing organizational structures and talent development programs
  • Interface with manufacturing, engineering, sales, and leadership to ensure quality is embedded across all functions

Qualifications:

  •  Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field, with 10+ years of progressive quality management experience in manufacturing environments -or- equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Proven track record establishing quality functions and systems in early-stage or growth-stage manufacturing companies
  • Experience with quality management software and data analytics tools
  • Experience with design of experiments (DOE), statistical process control (SPC), and other advanced quality methodologies
  • Demonstrated expertise in supplier quality management and supply chain quality integration
  • Strong knowledge of quality management systems, including ISO 9001
  • Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to influence across all organizational levels
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with scientists, engineers, manufacturing staff, and leadership teams
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with experience conducting complex root cause analyses
  • Leadership experience building and developing high-performing teams
  • Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements for manufactured equipment (NEC, UL, energy efficiency standards, etc.) is a plus

Expected compensation:

· Base salary $155,000 - $200,000

· Equity award (4 year vest) on hire. Equity represents a significant component of total compensation

· Annual bonus eligibility (equity award)

· Medical, dental, vision benefits

· 401 (k) with safe harbor match


Mojave Energy Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer.