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Erstellt am 20. Juni 2026

Quality Assurance Specialist for US Space Projects (m/f/d)

OHB System AG
Augsburg, Bayern 86150, Germany Vollzeit
Reference: 658727143

We - MT Aerospace - are part of the OHB Space and Technology Group. As a leading international aerospace company, we develop, manufacture and test essential components for launcher programs such as Ariane, the U.S. Space Launch System (SLS) as well as commercial launcher systems, the Airbus fleet, spacecrafts, satellites and defense applications. Thanks to globally unique manufacturing technologies, we create high-performance products made of metal and fiber composites, such as large load-bearing structures and cryotanks, lightweight structures and fuel as well as pressure tanks that combine maximum performance with minimum weight. Especially our business areas of additive manufacturing, CFRP and hydrogen mobility make us a sought-after partner outside the aerospace sector as well. We currently employ around 600 people at our headquarter in Augsburg and at the launch site in Kourou (French Guiana).

Space. Far away for most - soon very close for you. Become part of an industry of visionaries and pioneers and make a valuable contribution as a Quality Assurance Specialist for US Space Projects (m/f/d) to help the European launcher Ariane and other international launchers take off.

Your Tasks

  • Providing quality assurance support for space projects during the development and series production phases
  • Conducting product acceptance tests and audits with the client, and preparing the necessary acceptance documentation
  • Processing quality assurance-related tasks (approvals, preparing non-conformance reports, etc.)
  • Chairing manufacturing deviation committees
  • Assessing deviations and damage analyses,
  • Initiating and monitoring corrective and preventive actions
  • Monitoring internal and external processes to ensure product quality
  • Preparing and reviewing First Article Inspections (FAI)

Your Qualifications

  • Technician / Master Craftsman, preferably in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering or with comparable knowledge
  • Several years' professional experience in quality assurance
  • Experience in mechanical engineering, with a focus on mechanical machining, is desirable
  • Knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP tools)
  • Proficiency in key quality management methods (e.g. 8D process, 5 Whys, Ishikawa diagram)
  • Knowledge of ISO 9001 and EN 9100
  • Facilitation and teamwork skills
  • Independent, structured and goal-oriented approach to work
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications / SAP
  • Good written and spoken English, minimum B1 level

We offer

Mobile working (according to the area of responsibility)

Flexible working hours and flexitime account

Attractive payment according to IG Metall collective agreement

35-hour week, 30 days annual leave and special leave days

Subject-specific training courses

In-house canteen

Employee parking spaces

Employee recommendation system

Benefits of a global group of companies combined with a familiar working atmosphere

Become part of our international team and take your professional and personal development to a new level. We are looking forward to your application (german or english) via our online tool.

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].

MT Aerospace AG
Human Resources

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