Job Description:
Job Description:
As Engineering Quality Manager (EQM) UAS and EuroDrone at Airbus Defence and Space, you are responsible for ensuring product quality throughout the entire engineering lifecycle of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and the EuroDrone program. You ensure compliance with quality and development standards, processes, and regulations, contributing significantly to the delivery of reliable and safe products
Duties & Responsibilities:
Quality & Process Assurance:
Ensure compliance with aerospace and development standards such as EN 9100, ARP4754, DO-178C, and DO-254
Support development, certification, and airworthiness activities in accordance with EMAR Part 21/145
Plan and execute audits, process assurance reviews, and quality gates
Drive preventive quality measures (Right-First-Time, APQP, FMEA)
Engineering Quality Activities:
Monitor requirements traceability and ensure proper allocation of quality requirements
Support and assess technical reviews and process assurance activities
Collaborating with development, systems engineering, and test teams to integrate quality throughout the entire product development process
Train and raise awareness among the EuroDrone community regarding quality requirements and processes.
Support tool qualification and verification/testing activities
Ensure conformity documentation and audit readiness
Facilitate peer reviews and track quality findings
System, Software & Hardware Assurance:
Ensure compliant system, software, and hardware plans and development processes
Monitor software lifecycle and compliance with DO-178C
Ensure hardware process compliance with DO-254
Manage non-conformities, deviations, and configuration control
Supporting the qualification of suppliers and subcontractors
Documentation and Reporting:
Create and maintain process assurance documents such as SyPAP (System Process Assurance Plan), SyPAD (System Process Assurance Dossier), SQAP (Software Quality Assurance Plan), and HPAP (Hardware Process Assurance Plan).
Collect and analyze quality data and evidence.
Create reports and records for quality assurance activities.
Qualifications:
Degree in engineering, aerospace engineering, or comparable
Several years of professional experience in quality management, preferably in the defense aerospace environment
Sound knowledge of quality management standards (e.g., EN 9100, AQAP 2310),
Experience with process assurance, software quality assurance, and hardware quality assurance.
Knowledge of relevant standards and regulations (e.g., ARP4754A, DO-178, DO-330, DO-254).Knowledge of relevant defense aviation regulations (e.g., EMAR Part 21/145) would be a plus
Experience with Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and/or large-scale aviation programs is an advantage.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to understand and interpret complex technical information.
Knowledge of conducting audits and reviews.
Ability to work independently and structured
Fluent English skills in speaking and writing. German or Spanish skills would be a plus
We Offer:
- A varied and responsible position in an international environment.
- Attractive remuneration and social benefits.
- Opportunities for further education and personal development.
- A dynamic and innovative working environment.
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 Defence and Space GmbHEmployment Type:
Permanent-------
Experience Level:
ProfessionalJob Family:
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Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.
Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [email protected].
At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
Skills Required
- Degree in engineering, aerospace engineering, or comparable
- Several years of professional experience in quality management, preferably in the defense aerospace environment
- Sound knowledge of quality management standards (e.g., EN 9100, AQAP 2310)
- Experience with process assurance, software quality assurance, and hardware quality assurance
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Fluent English skills in speaking and writing. German or Spanish skills would be a plus
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off provisions are described as generous in some settings, including vacation availability from day one and extended holiday coverage. Flexible working arrangements and hybrid options further increase the perceived value of time-related benefits.
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What We Do
Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2020, it generated revenues of €49.9 billion and employed a workforce of around 130,000. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger airliners. Airbus is also a European leader providing tanker, combat, transport and mission aircraft, as well as one of the world’s leading space companies. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide. Airbus is an international pioneer in the aerospace industry and a leader in designing, manufacturing and delivering aerospace products, services and solutions to customers on a global scale. We believe that it’s not just what we make, but how we make it that counts; promoting responsible, sustainable and inclusive business practices and acting with integrity. Our people work with passion and determination to make the world a more connected, safer and smarter place, on the ground, in the sky and in space.
