Job Description:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Composite Materials Manufacturing and Assembly Quality Engineer to join our Quality team. In this role, you will be a cornerstone in ensuring the highest quality in the production of composite material components and assembly. You will work in a dynamic and technologically advanced environment, ensuring compliance with strict aerospace quality standards, driving the digitalization of our processes, and collaborating closely with multifunctional and transnational teams.
Responsibilities
Quality Assurance:
● Ensure products are delivered with quality and in compliance with processes and standards.
● Define and cascade quality standards (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis, Statistical Process Control, Advanced Product Quality Planning, Problem Solving, Measurement System Analysis).
● Lead strategic and innovation projects aligned with our transformation goals.
● Provide robust compliance advice, direction, and support to the organization.
● Conduct process and product audits, identify non-conformities, and lead root cause investigations.
● Develop and implement effective corrective and preventive actions to address quality issues and prevent their recurrence.
● Manage and approve quality deviations and concessions according to established procedures.
Digitalization and Continuous Improvement:
● Drive the integration of digital tools and solutions to enhance the efficiency and traceability of quality processes
● Actively participate in defining and implementing Quality strategies, leveraging
predictive analytics to identify trends and optimize decision-making.
● Collaborate in the development and implementation of digitized quality management systems.
● Lead or participate in continuous improvement projects focused on optimizing quality, reducing non-quality costs, and improving operational efficiency.
Multifunctional and Transnational Collaboration:
● Work closely with Design Engineering, Materials and Process Engineering,
Manufacturing Engineering, and Production teams to ensure quality from early
design stages through product delivery and support.
● Participate in design and manufacturing reviews to ensure "quality by design" and "manufacturability"
● Clearly and concisely communicate quality findings, recommendations, and action progress to all levels of the organization.
Required Qualifications and Skills
Academic Background:
University degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related disciplines.
Experience:
● Proven experience in manufacturing quality, manufacturing engineering, or
engineering with knowledge of composite materials manufacturing processes and procedures, as well as assembly.
Project Management:
● Demonstrable experience in managing quality or continuous improvement projects, including scope definition, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
● Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
● Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, Prince2) is a plus.
Technical Knowledge:
● Deep understanding of composite materials manufacturing processes (carbon fiber, resins, prepregs, curing, etc.) and their quality characteristics.
● Experience in aircraft structure and system assembly operations.
● Knowledge of aerospace quality regulations and standards (EN/AS9100, EASA Part 21G/J).
● Familiarity with quality tools (FMEA, 8D, Ishikawa, SPC, MSA).
● Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS).
Digital Skills:
● Experience or familiarity with MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems), PLM
(Product Lifecycle Management).
● Knowledge of data analysis tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and/or progra ming
(Python, R) is a plus.
● Interest and ability to adopt new digital technologies in the quality field.
Interpersonal Skills:
● Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to present
complex information clearly.
● High level in English.
● Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team.
● Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
● Proactive attitude, forward-thinking mindset, oriented towards continuous improvement and attention to detail.
● Ability to adapt to dynamic and fast-paced work environments.
● Strong team spirit.
● Customer-oriented.
WHICH BENEFITS WILL YOU HAVE AS AIRBUS EMPLOYEE?:
At Airbus we are focused on our employees and their welfare. Take a look at some of our social benefits:
Vacation days plus additional days-off along the year (Apróx. 35 days per year in total).
Attractive salary.
Hybrid model of working (40% per quarter) when possible, promoting the work-life balance.
Collective transport service subject to working calendar/home location.
Benefits such as life insurance, health insurance, employee stock options, retirement plan, or study grants.
On-site facilities (among others): free canteen, kindergarten, medical office.
Possibility to collaborate in different social and corporate social responsibility initiatives.
Excellent upskilling opportunities and great development prospects in a multicultural environment.
Option to access special rates in products & benefits.
This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.
Company:
Airbus Operations SLEmployment Type:
Permanent-------
Experience Level:
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