Harmattan AI is a next-generation defense prime building autonomous and scalable defense systems. Following the close of a $200M Series B, valuing the company at $1.4 billion, we are expanding our teams and capabilities to deliver mission-critical systems to allied forces.
Our work is guided by clear values: building technologies with real-world impact, pursuing excellence in everything we do, setting ambitious goals, and taking on the hardest technical challenges. We operate in a demanding environment where rigor, ownership, and execution are expected.
About the RoleWissous is scaling from pilot to serial production.
We need a dedicated site Quality Manager to own product and process quality on the shop floor, lead the site quality team, and anchor ISO 9001 certification on site.
Site quality across all Wissous lines.
Management of the Quality engineering team and the operation quality team
ISO 9001 certification readiness on site; AS9100 preparation.
Site quality KPIs, escape reduction, CAPA / 8D, vision inspection
Engineering degree in quality, industrial, aeronautical, or mechanical engineering.
8+ years in aerospace / defense or high-reliability manufacturing quality, including leading a site or production quality team through scale-up and an ISO 9001 / AS9100 certification.
Strong experience in Site quality leadership (ramp-up), QMS building and ISO certification
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and departments in an international environment.
Communication & Commitment: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; full alignment with Harmattan AI’s mission and willingness to go the extra mile to support our growth.
We look forward to hearing how you can help shape the future of autonomous defense systems at Harmattan AI.
Skills Required
- Engineering degree in quality, industrial, aeronautical, or mechanical engineering.
- 8+ years in aerospace/defense or high-reliability manufacturing quality, including leading a site or production quality team through scale-up and ISO 9001/AS9100 certification.
- Proven site quality leadership during ramp-up and experience building QMS for certification.
- Direct experience with ISO 9001 certification readiness and AS9100 preparation.
- Experience implementing and managing CAPA and 8D problem-solving processes.
- Experience with vision inspection systems and reducing escapes/defects.
- Ability to define and drive site quality KPIs and continuous improvement.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; excellent written and verbal English.
- Willingness to align with company mission and support growth beyond standard responsibilities.
Harmattan AI Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay ranges are publicly shown for multiple U.S. roles (e.g., $140k–$200k base) and appear broadly in line with late‑stage startup/defense‑tech expectations based on the postings cited.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity is repeatedly referenced in several job postings as part of total compensation, which can increase upside potential at a recently funded, high‑valuation company.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Sign‑on bonuses are explicitly mentioned in a hiring post for candidates who can start quickly, indicating the use of cash incentives in at least some hiring situations.
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What We Do
Harmattan AI is rising as a next-generation defense prime, building the future of autonomous warfare. We leverage AI-driven autonomy, real-time intelligence, and conflict-ready production to deliver attritable systems and autonomous mission management software. Designed for the real-world needs of warfighters, our solutions enable faster deployment, sharper decision-making, and battlefield dominance.
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