Quality Assurance Specialist for US Space Projects (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Quality Assurance Specialist (Aerospace): Providing quality assurance support for space projects during development and series production with an accent on product acceptance tests, audits, and compliance documentation. Focus on assessing manufacturing deviations, monitoring corrective actions, and preparing First Article Inspections.

Location: Augsburg, Germany. Hybrid (mobile working available depending on responsibility)

Company

Leading international aerospace company specializing in high-performance components for launcher programs, satellites, and defense applications.

What you will do

• Provide QA support for space projects during development and series production phases.
• Conduct product acceptance tests and audits with clients and prepare necessary documentation.
• Manage QA-related tasks, including approvals and non-conformance reports.
• Chair manufacturing deviation committees and perform 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 APQP tools and quality management methods (e.g., 8D process, 5 Whys, Ishikawa diagram).
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and EN 9100 standards.
• Proficiency in MS Office and SAP.
• English: Minimum B1 level required.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive payment according to IG Metall collective agreement.
• 35-hour work week with 30 days of annual leave and special leave days.
• Flexible working hours and flexitime account.
• Mobile working options based on the area of responsibility.
• Access to subject-specific training courses and an in-house canteen.