Senior Quality Engineer (m/f/d)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 25, 2026. First seen by Alion on Jul 31, 2026. Isar Aerospace scores A on the Alion truth index.
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 maintainproduct 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 launch vehicle (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 production 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
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, management or related field
At least 10 years in highly regulated production environment (Aerospace, Defence, Automotive), 3 years out of which in Quality or Testing
Prior Knowledge in CFRP manufacturing and testing is advantageous
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)
Very good knowledge of practice with APQP and ISO 9145 is advantageous
Good knowledge of AS 9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 and having Internal Auditor certification
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
- Flexible mobility budget: Travel your way with a choice between a fully financed Deutschlandticket, JobRad bicycle leasing, FINN JobAuto, or a fuel allowance
- Rental clothing with laundry service: Enjoy hassle-free workwear with our convenient rental clothing and laundry service
- 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.