Quality Assurance Specialist Defence (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Quality Assurance Specialist Defence (Aerospace): Providing quality assurance support for defense projects during development and production with an accent on product acceptance tests and conformity. Focus on auditing processes, managing non-conformance reports, and executing First Article Inspections (FAI) to ensure strict aerospace standards.

Location: Augsburg, Germany. Mobile working is available depending on the area of responsibility.

Company

hirify.global is a leading international aerospace company specializing in high-performance metal and fiber composite components for launcher programs and defense applications.

What you will do

• Provide quality assurance support for defense projects throughout development and production phases.
• Conduct product acceptance tests and audits with customers and prepare necessary documentation.
• Process quality assurance tasks, including approvals and non-conformance reports.
• Chair design deviation committees and assess damage analyses.
• Initiate and monitor corrective and preventive actions to ensure product quality.
• Prepare and review First Article Inspections (FAI).

Requirements

• Technician or Master Craftsman degree, preferably in aerospace or mechanical engineering.
• Several years of professional experience in quality assurance.
• Knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) tools.
• Proficiency in quality management methods such as 8D process, 5 Whys, and Ishikawa.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and EN 9100 standards.
• English: minimum B1 level required.

Nice to have

• Specialist knowledge in the field of pressure equipment.
• Knowledge of AQAP 2105 / 2110.
• Proficiency in SAP.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive payment according to IG Metall collective agreement.
• 35-hour work week, 30 days of annual leave, and additional special leave.
• Flexible working hours and a flexitime account.
• Subject-specific training courses for professional development.
• In-house canteen and employee parking spaces.