Chief Quality Inspector (m/f/d)
Core
Define and govern inspection strategy, acceptance approaches, and verification methodologies to ensure product conformity across manufacturing operations.
Role type
Senior Quality Engineering Leader (Manufacturing)
Builds
Scalable inspection framework and quality-at-source culture for space launch vehicle manufacturing
Domain
Aerospace / Manufacturing Quality Assurance
Required skills
Inspection strategy definition, Conformity assessment, NDT leadership (X-Ray, CT, Ultrasonic, Dye Penetrant), Laboratory operations, Failure analysis, Inspection governance, Team leadership, Scalable quality systems implementation
Preferred skills
German language skills
Technologies
X-Ray, Computed Tomography (CT), Ultrasonic, Dye Penetrant, Metallography, Calibration systems
Responsibilities
Define inspection strategies and verification methodologies, Lead laboratory functions including material testing and failure investigations, Develop inspector training and certification frameworks, Partner with Manufacturing and Supplier Quality to resolve conformity concerns, Provide conformity recommendations to senior leadership
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities