PA Engineer

Product Assurance Engineer (for Space Hardware/Mechanics)

LSS pioneers Large Deployable Antenna Technology development in Europe, serving both European and worldwide markets.

Your Tasks

• Product assurance activities throughout product development and production.
• Interface with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams to ensure product quality and compliance.
• Lead/support root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) for product issues in scope of non-conformity process.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., ECSS Standards, ISO 9001, AS9100, ISO 13485, etc.).
• Conduct Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
• Oversee product testing and validation processes.
• Ensure compliance with technical specifications and regulatory standards.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Develop/update and maintain documentation including inspection plans, test protocols, and qualification reports.
• Perform internal NRB, non-conformances and internal MRRs, TRRs.
• Participate in Projects Milestones as PDR, CDR, QR.

Your Profile

• Experience and thorough knowledge of applying the standards relating to the European space industry (ESA-ECSS, NASA, etc.) as well as experience with Space Quality Standards and their preparation and implementation.
• Master’s degree in engineering or technical sciences is beneficial.
• At least 3 years’ experience in PA/QA Engineering capacity within the European space/aerospace industries.
• Strong knowledge of Product Assurance, Safety and Quality Management disciplines and ECSS standards.
• Experience in configuration management, quality auditing or assessor certification are beneficial.
• Excellent English skills (oral and written), German is beneficial but not necessary.
• Proficiency in documentation version control, design review and sign-off processes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Self‑motivated team player, flexible and willing to learn with a highly detail‑oriented approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• You have the ability to cope well under pressure and work within tight timeframes.
• A challenging, fast‑paced position at the forefront of space technology.
• Scope for individual development and growth in a growing multicultural team of discipline experts.
• Flexible working hours with the core time.
• A relaxed working environment with a flat hierarchy combined with a motivated and open team.
• Casual dress code.
• Open ear for all kinds of concerns.