Aerospace Quality Engineer

Primary Location: Taufkirchen (Greater Munich), Germany

Work Model: Primarily on-site (dominant); up to 1 day per week remote possible

Travel Requirements: Approximately 10% (for suppliers, customers, audits, and related activities)

Role Overview

We are looking for an Aerospace Quality Engineer for one of our clients' in Taufkirchen (Greater Munich), Germany. Our client is a well-known Aerospace manufacturing firm, who enables missions to Mars with advanced carbon solutions; bring full-cycle composite manufacturing to space applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Translate aerospace quality requirements into robust process controls across development & production
• Plan and implement QA measures for composite high-pressure tank manufacturing
• Conduct risk assessments (FMEA, control plans) and drive root-cause analysis & corrective actions
• Monitor manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations
• Prepare, execute and support internal & external quality audits; maintain audit-ready documentation
• Collaborate closely with Production, Testing & Engineering teams to improve yield and reduce failures
• Report quality metrics and champion continuous-improvement initiatives.

Essential Requirements:

Must-Have:

• 3+ years Quality Planning & Risk Management in manufacturing (preferably aerospace/composites)
• Degree in engineering, quality management, production engineering, or comparable qualification.
• Knowledge of relevant quality standards and their practical implementation, as well as experience with ISO 9001
• Strong analytical thinking & root-cause analysis skills
• Process & manufacturing know-how with clear understanding of risk potential
• Proficient in German and English (min. B2 --> C1 in both is preferred!)

Nice-to-Have:

• Standards & compliance knowledge (e.g., AS9100, EN9100)
• “Commitment to Excellence” mindset & continuous-improvement track record

Experience & Education:

• Experience: Minimum 3 years relevant quality engineering experience
• Education: University degree required (engineering or related)
• Specific Tools/Technologies: Risk analysis methods (FMEA, 8D), QA documentation, general manufacturing QC tools; composites knowledge advantageous

Personality Traits:

• Resilience & professional calmness under pressure
• Collaborative team player
• Curiosity & learning mindset
• Precision and attention to detail

Perks & Benefits:

• Deutschlandticket or mobility allowance
• Wellpass or gift card option
• Free catered lunch daily
• Rooftop terrace with Alpine view
• Startup atmosphere with flat hierarchies & fast decision cycles

About Sperton

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