Quality Engineer I

SABCA; Brussel; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SABCA Brussels is seeking a Quality Engineer to serve as the external focal point for quality topics within the program, collaborating with the program teams, supplier, and operations.

Education: Master in Industrial/Mechanical/Materials/Chemistry; 8+ years in a similar sector; strong asset in quality. English required; French or Dutch preferred. Based in Brussels with aerospace focus and drones initiative.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or an equivalent field.
• Desired experience: At least 8 years in a similar sector.
• Relevant experience in quality is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the quality performance of the relevant programs.
• Interface with the customer for all quality topics: progress, inquiries, claims, etc.
• Manage internal, external, and supplier non-conformities related to the program: handling non-conforming products, root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions.
• Perform risk analyses on products and manufacturing processes.
• Organize and carry out customer audits and product audits.
• Develop and/or manage program-specific quality documentation.

Skills

8D problem solving

5 Whys

Aerospace materials knowledge

Quality standards knowledge

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree in Materials Science

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

MS Office

Job description

Are you one of those people who look up to the sky every time a plane passes by?

Space holds no more secrets for you than it does for science?

Environmental and technological challenges are among those you wish to tackle?

Come join Sabca and play your own role in the fast-moving world of aerospace inside a company with more than 100 years of existence.

We are experts in designing, manufacturing, maintaining, and upgrading large and complex elements for aircraft and space launchers.

In Brussels, we have our Structural and Mechatronics Engineering offices, where all our new programs begin and our workshops are equipped with modern machines that produce complex metallic assemblies for aircraft and space launchers as well as advanced Thrust Vectoring Systems for space launchers.

SABCA Brussels is also the home to our "Unmanned Autonomous Systems" aka: the drones solutions unit!

Mission:

Your main mission as Quality Engineer is to be the external focal point for all quality-related matters concerning the program you are involved in. You are part of the program teams and work in close collaboration with your team. You also work closely with the supplier, the system quality team, and operations.

Responsabilities:

• Monitor the quality performance of the relevant programs;
• Act as the interface with the customer for all quality-related topics: progress, inquiries, claims, etc.;
• Manage internal, external, and supplier non-conformities related to the program: handling non-conforming products, root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions;
• Perform risk analyses on products and manufacturing processes;
• Organize and carry out customer audits and product audits;
• Develop and/or manage program-specific quality documentation.

You are responsible for:

• Ensuring compliance with the EN9100 quality standard and the ISO 14001 environmental standard;
• Performing rigorous self-checks to guarantee the quality and conformity of the work;
• Transferring your skills and knowledge to new team members to foster a culture of continuous learning and mutual support;
• Complying with safety, health, and environmental rules;
• Reporting risks and applying procedures to prevent incidents.

Profile:

Education / Experience:

• Education: You hold a Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or an equivalent field.
• Desired experience: You have at least 8 years of professional experience in a similar sector;
• Relevant experience in quality is a strong asset for this position.

Skills:

Soft Skills:

• You have the maturity to work on the projects entrusted to you;
• You are flexible and able to work on different programs;
• You can work under pressure while maintaining a results-oriented work environment;
• You can be assertive and convincing when required;
• You are a team player;
• You have a solution-oriented mindset and enjoy challenges;
• You have excellent analytical skills.

Technical:

• You have practical knowledge of problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, 5 Whys, etc.;
• Knowledge of aerospace materials, components, and structural assembly is a plus;
• You have a good understanding of quality standards (AS/EN9100, ISO9001, IATF 16949, ...).

Languages: You have excellent communication skills in English and in French or Dutch.

IT skills: You have good knowledge of MS Office and ERP systems (SAP, S4HANA).

So, What’s in it for you?

Experience! Gain new experience to thanks to the full range of services we offer to the civil, space and military aviation markets as well as to the commercial Unmanned Autonomous Systems (drones). Our activities include designing, manufacturing, maintaining, and upgrading large and complex elements for aircraft and space launchers for customers and partners belonging to the elite of the aerospace industry.

Excitement! Work in an exciting environment where long-standing expertise and research and technological development feed off each other.

Sabca collaborators have their passion and their know-how as common denominator.

Teamwork, reliability and innovation are part of the culture we value and that lead us to success.

Challenges!

Help Europe access to space by designing and manufacturing rocket structures.

Be part of the pioneers in developing advanced air mobility solutions inside our division dedicated to drones. Use your knowledge to take people around the world on board low-carbon aircraft.

Contribute to the environmental and technological challenges of the century. Play your own role in the fast-moving world of aerospace.

Be ready for take-off!