Quality Assurance Engineer

h3Quality Assurance Engineer (all genders) /h3 h3About Beyond Gravity /h3 pBeyond Gravity, headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, is the first space company to combine a startup mindset, agility, speed and innovation with decades of experience and proven quality. Approximately 1800 employees at 12 locations in six countries (Switzerland, Sweden, Austria, USA, Finland and Portugal) develop and manufacture products for satellites and launch vehicles with the goal of advancing humankind and enabling the exploration of the world and beyond. Beyond Gravity is the preferred supplier of structures for all types of launch vehicles and a leading provider of selected satellite products and constellation solutions in the New Space sector. In 2024, the company generated a revenue of around CHF 359 million. More information at: /p h3Your Team /h3 pThe Quality Control Team in Emmen offers comprehensive testing campaigns for aerospace and industrial customers, typically as part of development, qualification, or acceptance testing. Test items range from individual components to complete products and include rocket parts. The team consists of 14 highly qualified employees who, with their expertise and passion, play a key role in ensuring the highest quality standards. What unites us is our shared commitment to Beyond Gravity’s core values: Curious, Passionate, Together. /p h3Your Mission /h3 pTake ownership of manufacturing processes and drive the continuous improvement and optimization of production lines, ensuring efficiency, quality, and process reliability. /p pDevelop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, and assembly solutions to support production requirements and product performance. /p pLead industrialization activities and New Product Introduction (NPI), ensuring a smooth transition from product development to serial production. /p pCollaborate closely with RD, Production, Quality, Maintenance, Procurement, and external suppliers to ensure manufacturability, robust processes, and successful product industrialization. /p pDrive manufacturing equipment and CAPEX projects from technical specification and supplier selection through commissioning, qualification, and handover to production. /p pPlan and execute equipment and process qualification and validation activities, ensuring compliance with applicable quality standards and internal requirements. /p pProvide hands‑on technical support to production, troubleshooting manufacturing issues and leading root cause analysis and corrective actions. /p pIdentify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity, improve process capability, reduce costs, and minimize production disruptions. /p pSupport the implementation of automation, robotics, and new manufacturing technologies to improve production performance and scalability. /p pDevelop and maintain manufacturing documentation, work instructions, process specifications, and technical records. /p pDrive engineering changes, risk assessments, and process improvements in collaboration with cross‑functional teams. /p pContribute to technical project planning and execution, ensuring that manufacturing deliverables meet quality, cost, and schedule requirements. /p pShare technical expertise and support the development of colleagues, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. /p h3Your Story /h3 pYou hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a comparable technical field. /p pYou have at least 5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing engineering, industrialization, production engineering, or a similar role within a complex industrial environment. /p pYou have proven experience in manufacturing process development, production line optimization, and the industrialization of new products or technologies. /p pYou have experience working closely with RD and Production, translating product designs and engineering requirements into efficient and robust manufacturing processes. /p pYou have experience with manufacturing equipment, tooling, automation, and commissioning, ideally including supplier coordination and equipment qualification. /p pYou are familiar with continuous improvement methodologies, root cause analysis, and structured problem‑solving techniques. /p pYou understand manufacturing documentation, engineering changes, and quality‑related processes. /p pYou are comfortable working across functions and coordinating technical activities with internal stakeholders and external partners. /p pYou have a structured and hands‑on approach, combined with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. /p pYou communicate effectively in English and enjoy working in an international, cross‑functional environment. /p h3Nice to have /h3 ul liExperience in the aerospace, aviation, space, or other highly regulated industries. /li liExperience with automated