Head of Quality (f/m/d)
Core
Define and implement company-wide quality strategy and scalable Quality Management System (QMS) for complex space systems manufacturing and integration.
Role type
Head of Quality (Leadership)
Builds
Scalable quality processes and QMS for low-cost, flexible, and reliable access to space systems.
Domain
Aerospace / Space Systems / Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Quality Management Systems (QMS) development, quality strategy formulation, risk assessment, audit management, root cause analysis, cross-functional leadership, regulatory compliance, data-driven quality metrics
Preferred skills
Aerospace industry experience, knowledge of EN 9100/ECSS standards, scaling quality organizations, digital QMS tools, industrialization of complex products
Technologies
EN 9100, ECSS, digital Quality Management Systems
Responsibilities
Develop and implement company-wide quality strategy; Lead and develop the Quality Department; Build and maintain a scalable QMS; Define and monitor standardized processes and documentation; Ensure compliance with aerospace standards and regulations; Own quality metrics and reporting; Conduct risk assessments and manage corrective actions; Plan and support internal/external audits; Manage complaint and non-conformance processes; Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Project Management; Drive industrialization efforts; Represent Quality Organization to customers and authorities.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
