Quality Inspector (m/f/d)

Wingcopter; Weiterstadt; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Corporate benefits

Employee events

Remote work options

Flexible hours

EGYM Wellpass

Business Bike

Job summary

Wingcopter seeks a dedicated Quality Inspector for its Weiterstadt office. You will perform inspection across incoming parts, in-process assemblies, composites, and final products, including FAI for SOP readiness.

You will drive quality improvements by updating PQCs and the Quality Standard Book, and you will report KPIs weekly to the Head of Quality and shopfloor teams. The role requires a technical quality background, strong attention to detail, proficiency with measurement tools, and good

Qualifications

• Technical background with experience in quality (standards, methodologies, and terminology).
• Strong attention to detail and observational skills.
• Experience with measurement instruments.
• Knowledge of metrology and calibration principles.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Teams).
• Advanced Excel skills, including formula and VBA (pivot tables, external data connections, etc.).
• Audit process knowledge is a plus.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001.
• Experience in aviation and knowledge of EN9100, IPC-A-610 inspection criteria as well as ESD control standards is a plus.
• Good knowledge of written and spoken English and German.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection on parts received from suppliers (Incoming Inspection).
• Inspect assembled parts ready for production and composite bodies.
• Assess reworked/repaired parts and final products.
• Perform First Article Inspection (FAI) to approve parts before SOP.
• Provide feedback to update inspection check lists (PQCs).
• Update Quality Standard Book based on non-conformities during manufacturing.
• Conduct quality analysis on non-conforming parts using 8D reports.
• Provide statistics and KPIs on a continuous basis.
• Present Quality Scorecards during weekly meetings with Head of Quality and shopfloor teams.
• Keep Quality documentation organized for easy retrieval.

Skills

Quality standards

Attention to detail

Measurement instruments

Metrology & calibration

Technical drawings

MS Office / Excel VBA

Audit processes

ISO 9001

Aviation quality standards EN9100

IPC-A-610 / ESD knowledge

English & German

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Teams

Job description

Your mission

This position is office-based in Weiterstadt.

Perform inspection on:

• Parts received from suppliers (Incoming Inspection)
• Assembled parts ready for production
• Composite bodies
• Reworked/repaired parts and bodies
• Final Products
• Perform First Article Inspection (FAI) to approve parts before Start of Production (SOP)
• Provide feedback to the Industrialization department to update inspection check list (PQCs)
• Update the Quality Standard Book based on non-conformities detected during the manufacturing process
• Perform quality analysis on non-conforming parts (internal and supplier-related) using 8D reports
• Provide statistics, aggregated data, and KPIs on a continuous basis
• Present Quality Scorecards and analysis during weekly meetings with the Head of Quality and shopfloor teams
• Keep the Quality documentation organized for efficient retrieval

Your profile

• Technical background with experience in quality (standards, methodologies, and terminology)
• Strong attention to detail and observational skills
• Experience with measurement instruments
• Knowledge of metrology and calibration principles
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings
• Proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Teams)
• Advanced Excel skills, including formula and VBA (pivot tables, external data connections, etc.)
• Audit process knowledge is a plus
• Knowledge of ISO 9001
• Experience in aviation and knowledge of EN9100, of IPC-A-610 inspection criteria as well as ESD control standards (e.g. IEC 61340-5-1) is a plus
• Good knowledge of written and spoken English and German

What you bring as a perfect candidate

• You thrive in collaborative environments and value collective success.
• You approach challenges with a positive mindset and a proactive attitude.
• You believe technology has the power to improve society and drive positive change for the future.

What we'll offer

• Enjoy attractive employee discounts with corporate benefits on a variety of products and services.
• Join the fun at our employee events and team‑building activities.
• Many of our roles offer remote work options and flexible hours to balance your life and work.
• Stay fit with access to EGYM Wellpass - your wellbeing is a priority.
• On two wheels to work? Take advantage of our Business Bike option and commute the healthy way.

Why us?

• A motivated and supportive team, where every voice is heard, and collaboration drives our success.
• A fast‑growing tech startup, where the pace is exciting, and every day presents new challenges and opportunities.
• A place where your ideas can take flight, allowing you to shape and influence projects from the ground up.
• Dedicated to your personal and professional growth, offering opportunities to learn, develop, and thrive.
• A company that values impact, where your work truly makes a difference and contributes to something meaningful.