Product Quality engineer M/F

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Product Quality engineer M/F

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General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets.

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Job field / Job profile

Quality - Operations quality assurance

Job title

Product Quality engineer M/F

Employment type

Permanent

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

We are looking for a highly motivated Product Quality Engineer to drive excellence in our manufacturing processes. You will be the bridge between Engineering, Production, and Program Management, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective aerospace components. Your mission is to minimize waste while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance for both New Product Introductions (NPI) and Maintenance activities.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Governance:

Lead First Article Inspections (FAI) and Production Part Approval Processes (PPAP).

Problem Solving:

Manage Quality Notifications (QN), Customer Returns, and Quality Clinics, driving rapid resolution and continuous improvement.

Compliance & Documentation:

Create and maintain critical quality assets, including Quality Plans and detailed Standard Works.

Auditing:

Execute and manage product-specific audits to ensure rigorous adherence to internal and regulatory standards.

Stakeholder Management:

Act as a key point of contact for internal teams (Manufacturing, Eng, PM), suppliers, external customers, and Aviation Authorities.

Candidate skills & requirements

Professional Requirements

Education: Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering.

Experience: Minimum 3 years of proven track record within the Aerospace industry.

Technical Expertise:

Deep understanding of mechanical design, technical drawings, and specifications.

Solid knowledge of EASA Part 21 & Part 145 regulations and experience interfacing with Authorities (ENAC, FAA).

Expertise in Special Processes (Heat Treatments, NDT, Galvanic) and Material Review Board (MRB) management.

Root Cause Analysis: Advanced proficiency in RCA tools (5 Whys, Fishbone, Fault Tree Analysis).

Audit Skills: Qualified Internal Auditor (EN9100 40h training is highly preferred).

Job location

Job location

Europe, Italy

City (-ies)

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Master Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 3 years