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Senior Quality Engineer Propulsion

Isar Aerospace

On-site
Ottobrunn, Bavaria
Full-time
Senior
10+ yrs
Salary not listedPosted 4w ago

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Job description

Isar Aerospace is hiring a Senior Quality Engineer Propulsion — a full-time, based in Ottobrunn, Bavaria role. Apply directly on Isar Aerospace's careers page below.

Senior Quality Engineer Propulsion (m/f/d)

Location: Ottobrunn, Bavaria, Germany; Parsdorf, Bavaria, Germany

Department: Propulsion

Mission Brief 

As part of the Quality team, the primary purpose of the role is to manage quality control activities and to work with production team to maintain product quality by enforcing quality management policies, procedures and instructions and implement new approaches. 

Your Role in Our Space Mission 

  • Monitor the entire assembly, integration and testing cycle of propulsion (sub-) assemblies, plan and execute quality control activities, evaluate nonconformities, and specify corrective and preventive actions to solve the problems  
  • Conduct quality checks for ongoing works with site inspections on a regular basis and ensure that technical standards are always met 
  • Oversee the assembly, testing and engineering processes by ensuring the proper use of tools, materials and procedures and determine quality metrics 
  • Understand test requirements and propose solutions to resolve issues 
    • Support testing of subsystems from Quality side 
  • Create quality and safety documentation 
  • Plan and organize regular product inspections as well as manage internal audits 
  • Prepare quality control plans in accordance with company plans and review the documentation 
  • Work with internal teams to increase customer satisfaction by improving the quality of the products 

Qualification Checklist 

  • University degree in engineering or related field 
  • At least 10 years in highly regulated production environment (Aerospace, Defence, Automotive), 3 years out of which in Quality or Testing 
  • Experience working other one or more of the following systems: Valves, Turbomachinery, Combustion Devices, Fluid Systems, experience in testing of subassemblies 
  • Experience in statistical quality control methods in manufacturing environment 
  • Experience with cause-effect analysis and problem-solving methods (5 Why Analysis, 8D Reports, Fish bone/Ishikawa Diagrams) 
  • Experience with APQP and ISO 9145 is advantageous 
  • Good knowledge of AS 9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 and Internal Auditor certification 
  • Willingness to travel is preferred, driver's license required 
  • Fluent in English and German is advantageous  

Benefits 

  • Employee Participation Program: Share in our success through our virtual company share program
  • 30 days of vacation: Enjoy the days off to relax and recharge
  • Company pension plan: Secure your future with our company pension plan, featuring a 20% employer contribution after the probation period
  • Subsidised lunch: Stay energised with delicious, subsidised lunches every day
  • Public transport ticket: Commute with ease using a fully financed Deutschlandticket
  • Sport Clubs membership: Stay fit with our sponsored sports club memberships (EGYM Wellpass)
  • Individual learning allowance: Grow your skills with an individual learning budget granted after the probation period
  • Childcare allowance: Receive a childcare allowance for your non-school-age children
  • And Much More! Discover additional perks and benefits when you join our team

Who we are

We are Isar Aerospace and we are at the forefront of New Space building a modern space business to enable faster, better and cheaper access to space.

Our mission is to help democratise space and use it for good in order to improve life on Earth now and for the future generations.

We are a fast-growing company aiming to provide sustainable and environmentally friendly launch solutions for small and medium-sized satellites and constellations into Low Earth Orbit. The company is privately funded by world-leading technology investors with strong commitment and support and our team is made of driven and talented people with a real passion for space innovation.

We're making rockets in a way that hasn't been done before disrupting a traditional industry. If you are up for the challenge, want to work on cutting-edge projects and be part of a team changing the world for better, come, join us and launch your career!

Want to find out more about us?

Visit www.isaraerospace.com

 

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Disclaimer

Isar Aerospace SE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fairness and inclusivity. We do not prioritize any specific religion, gender, nationality, or background. Due to security clearance requirements, affiliations with countries listed under § 13 para. 1 no. 17 SÜG may affect the application process. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

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Frequently asked questions

What skills are required for Senior Quality Engineer Propulsion at Isar Aerospace?

The required skills for Senior Quality Engineer Propulsion at Isar Aerospace include: Assembly, Problem Solving.

What is the seniority level for Senior Quality Engineer Propulsion at Isar Aerospace?

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