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Quality Assurance (QA) Lead

Sterling, VA · On-site

$92K - $166K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The QA Lead will be responsible for developing and implementing quality standards and procedures to ensure compliance with customer expectations, contractual obligations, and applicable regulatory ...

Quality Assurance (QA) Lead

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$92K - $166K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The QA Lead will be responsible for developing and implementing quality standards and procedures to ensure compliance with customer expectations, contractual obligations, and applicable regulatory ...

Assurance Manager

AL · Remote

$100K - $120K/yr

Assurance Manager - Remote Who: An experienced CPA with 5+ years of public accounting experience in audit and SSARS engagements. What: Lead and perform quality reviews, support audit methodology ...

Assurance Manager

Paramus, NJ · On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As an Assurance Manager, you'll be responsible for supervising, directing and reviewing the results through the delegation of tasks throughout the planning, field work and "wrap-up" stages of an ...

Quality Assurance Employment Type: Full-Time Location: Cary, NC Pay: $18.50 per hour Schedule: Rotating Nights, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM Job Summary: The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for ...

Resource Manager, Assurance

Rochester, NY · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

The role of the Resource Manager - Assurance Service Line is to support the VP of Operations in the functions of talent management, retention, operations/scheduling of resources, software ownership ...

Quality Assurance (QA) Lead

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$92K - $166K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The QA Lead will be responsible for developing and implementing quality standards and procedures to ensure compliance with customer expectations, contractual obligations, and applicable regulatory ...

Quality Assurance (QA) Lead

Burke, VA · On-site

$92K - $166K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The QA Lead will be responsible for developing and implementing quality standards and procedures to ensure compliance with customer expectations, contractual obligations, and applicable regulatory ...

QAS3 to help IT design, pilot, and implement the software quality assurance review process. Will help development teams test software quality for production deployment. This position will function as ...

Service Assurance

Overland Park, KS · On-site

$105K - $127K/yr

Service Assurance Immediate need for a Service Assurance for a position in the IT Industry. This is a 06+ month's contract opportunity with long-term potential located in Overland Park, KS. Please ...

Assurance Manager

Glenview Manor, KY · On-site

$135 - $160/hr

Assurance Manager $135,000 - $160,000 per year | Glenview Manor, KY | On-Site | Permanent Regional Firm with National Reach A bit about us: We are a nationally recognized public accounting and ...

Quality Assurance Analyst Location: Pleasant Prairie, WI Length: 6 month CTH Start :ASAP Interview: F2F POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Drive quality assurance (QA) efforts for Uline's IT Project Services ...

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How much do assurance jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for assurance in the United States is $44.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36.54 and $54.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is assurance?

Assurance refers to a professional service that involves reviewing, verifying, and providing confidence about the accuracy and reliability of information, often in financial statements or business processes. People working in assurance, such as auditors, assess the fairness of financial reporting and compliance with regulations. They help identify risks, improve internal controls, and ensure transparency for stakeholders. Assurance roles are commonly found in accounting firms, financial institutions, and large corporations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in assurance?

To thrive in Assurance, you need a solid understanding of accounting principles, auditing standards, and risk assessment, typically backed by a degree in accounting or finance and often a CPA qualification. Familiarity with audit software, data analytics tools, and financial reporting systems is commonly required. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and critical thinking are vital soft skills for collaborating with clients and identifying issues. These abilities ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information, which is crucial for maintaining trust and compliance in business operations.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in assurance roles and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Assurance roles often encounter challenges such as managing tight deadlines during audit seasons, adapting to frequent changes in accounting standards, and maintaining independence while building client relationships. To address these, it’s helpful to develop strong time management skills, stay updated with continuing professional education, and communicate clearly with both clients and team members. Supportive teamwork and leveraging technology also play key roles in overcoming these challenges and ensuring high-quality assurance services.

What is the difference between Assurance vs Auditing?

AspectAssuranceAuditing
CredentialsCertifications like CPA, CIA, CPASame certifications as Assurance
Work EnvironmentConsulting, advisory, and assurance engagementsExamining financial statements for accuracy
Industry UsageUsed across various industries for trust servicesPrimarily in finance and accounting sectors
PurposeEnhance confidence in informationVerify financial statement accuracy

Assurance encompasses a broad range of services aimed at improving the reliability of information, including audits. Auditing is a specific assurance service focused on examining financial statements. While all audits are assurance services, not all assurance services are audits. Both roles require similar credentials and are used across industries to build trust and transparency.

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Infographic showing various Assurance job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,338 per year, or $44.9 per hour.

Mission Assurance Manager

Terran Orbital Corporation

Irvine, CA

$150K - $195K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago


Job description

Join a team where your impact reaches beyond the stars! At Terran Orbital, you're not just part of the system – you're a vital force propelling our mission forward. As trailblazers in satellite manufacturing and aerospace innovation, we shatter boundaries daily to deliver groundbreaking solutions that power our nation's defense and commercial missions. We are a unique, fast growing, and trusted team dedicated to swiftly and efficiently designing, building, launching, and operating state of the art satellites for advanced mission constellations. If you're driven by purpose, inspired by challenges, and ready to leave your mark on the universe, you'll find a home and endless opportunities for growth here. Together, let's redefine what is possible in orbit and beyond!

Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Mission Assurance Manager to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Sr. Director, EH&S, Quality & Mission Assurance, the Mission Assurance Manager will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure successful execution of customer deliverables. The Mission Assurance Manager teams with, and provides independent assurance for, Program Managers to deliver affordable, high-performance space systems that meet internal engineering and manufacturing specifications and customer contract requirements.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Collaborate and partner with internal program management, engineering, manufacturing, quality, operational functions, to ensure program performance, quality, cost, and schedule requirements are met and risks are adequately managed.
  • Interface and partner with external customer quality assurance to resolve non-conformances, notifications, RCCAs, and requests for deviation/waiver.
  • Actively participate in design, manufacturing, test, shipment, and other readiness reviews and evaluations.
  • Perform proposal reviews for and lead the implementation and delivery of mission and product assurance Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables.
  • Provide leadership to identify, evaluate, mitigate and monitor issues and risks in collaboration with program management, engineering, manufacturing, and operations.
  • Participate in Material Review Board, Engineering Review Board, and Failure Review Board activities as required.
  • Track non-conformance status to ensure notification, disposition, periodic reporting, and closure prior to program delivery.
  • Perform internal reviews to ensure modules are acceptable for delivery to programs.
  • Collaborate with Mission Assurance stakeholders including system and reliability engineers, parts engineering, and technical subject matter experts.
  • May perform reliability analyses, failure analyses and/or root cause analyses (RCCA) as needed to improve design, production, and support program deliverables.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or relevant STEM discipline or engineering Associate's degree with at least 8 years of aerospace Mission Assurance experience
  • 3-5 years of experience in a key Mission Assurance or Product Assurance role
  • Experience in one or more of the following disciplines: Quality Assurance, System Safety Engineering, Reliability Engineering, or Parts, Materials and Processes (PM&P) Engineering
  • Knowledge of Quality Management Systems and processes
  • Demonstrated teamwork with strong written and verbal communications skills
  • Ability to communicate across organizational boundaries and at all levels
  • Experience implementing Mission Assurance and Quality-related industry, government and European standards
  • U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance

Additional Differentiators

  • Bachelor's degree in an electrical engineering or EEE discipline
  • Master's degree in engineering, physical sciences, or business administration
  • 6+ years of Mission Assurance experience in aerospace industry
  • Experience with aerospace customers and their mission/product assurance standards
  • Concept-to-design-to-manufacturing-to-delivery experience with spacecraft missions
  • Understanding of satellites, payloads, and ground systems used for space vehicles
  • Software quality experience

Your actual level and base salary will be determined case-by-case and may vary based on the job-related qualification, knowledge, skills, education, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer 100% covered medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, Flexible Time Off (FTO), covered life insurance, maternity and paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referrals, and lots of swag!

Salary Range
$150,000—$195,000 USD

Full-time positions only:

Benefits

  • 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
  • 401(k) Match
  • Flexible Time Off (FTO)
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Competitive Paid Parental Leave

About Terran Orbital

Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design, production, launch planning, mission operations, and on-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military, civil, and commercial customers. Learn more at www.terranorbital.com

Physical Demands

An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. In performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time, in addition to bending, reaching, and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary, with substantial computer usage.

Work Environment

The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners.

Disclaimers

To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. In addition, please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.

Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hr@terranorbital.com.

Terran Orbital does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with Terran Orbital, a Master Services Agreement (MSA) must be executed and confirmed prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed MSA, Terran Orbital shall not be responsible to any individual or entity for any payment relating to any form of fee or compensation.

And, in the event that a resume or candidate is submitted by a recruiter, an employment agency, or a staffing firm without a fully executed MSA, Terran Orbital has the unrestricted right to pursue and hire any of those candidate(s) without any legal or financial responsibility to the recruiter, agency, and/or firm.