Quality Assurance Engineer (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Quality Assurance Engineer (Aerospace): Ensuring operational quality assurance in production and development for space and defense systems with an accent on inspections, non-conformance handling, and adherence to industry standards. Focus on executing keypoint inspections, performing root cause analyses, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives on the shopfloor.

Location: Onsite in Noordwijk / Rotterdam area, Netherlands

Company

hirify.global is a leading provider of operational systems and engineering services for space and defense organisations worldwide.

What you will do

• Act as the QA focal point on the shopfloor during production, assembly, and testing.
• Perform keypoint, incoming, and acceptance inspections to release materials and products.
• Manage non-conformities (NCRs) and deviation reports using root cause analysis (8D) and CAPA.
• Maintain project quality plans and support internal and external audits.
• Support FMECA, reliability analyses, and RAMS-related activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives using a LEAN / Six Sigma mindset.

Requirements

• Technical degree (BSc/MSc) in aerospace, mechanical, electrical, or a similar field.
• Experience in operational QA within production or a high-tech environment.
• Practical application of ISO9001, EN9100, and preferably ECSS standards.
• Experience with non-conformance handling and industrial inspections.
• Fluent English proficiency is required.
• Must be based in or able to work onsite in the Netherlands (Rotterdam area).

Nice to have

• Experience in space, aerospace, or high-reliability environments.
• Knowledge of FMECA and reliability analysis.
• Familiarity with cleanroom or controlled production environments.
• Proficiency in Dutch.

Culture & Benefits

• International and dynamic working environment.
• Commitment to gender diversity and overall inclusivity.
• Opportunity to collaborate with major primes and the European Space Agency (ESA).