Product Quality Engineer (F/M) Infrastructure & Quality · Massy

Exotrail; Massy; Sur place; EUR 50 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A space technology scale-up in Massy is seeking a Product Quality Engineer to ensure quality and compliance throughout the product lifecycle. The role involves overseeing quality assurance processes, managing non-conformities, and promoting a strong quality culture. Candidates should have 10 years of industrial experience, preferably in the space or aeronautic sector, and be proactive in a demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience (10 years) in industrial projects, ideally in the space or aeronautic sector.
• Ability to work autonomously and drive security initiatives.
• Proactive and solution-oriented working style.

Responsabilités

• Oversee qualification of suppliers and manufacturing processes.
• Validate prototypes and ensure compliance throughout the lifecycle.
• Monitor production processes for quality and efficiency.
• Manage non-conformities and coordinate corrective actions.
• Ensure completeness of quality documentation.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote a strong quality culture across teams.
• Manage customer complaints regarding product quality.

Connaissances

English Level (professional competence)

Knowledge of quality standards ISO9001/EN9100

Knowledge of recognized space standards (e.g. ECSS, MIL)

Soft and presentation skills

Description du poste

Product Quality Engineer (F/M)

About Exotrail

Born from a strong ambition to reach for the stars, Exotrail is a fast-growing scale-up founded in 2017. Its mission: to develop and commercialize propulsion systems for small satellites on a global scale.

We design products focused on impact, fast delivery, and continuous improvement. Inspired by the digital world, we are firmly customer-oriented and driven by an entrepreneurial spirit.

We manage risks to push boundaries and achieve results that would not be possible within a traditional space model.

We deploy every necessary resource to support the development of our products, whether in propulsion or in‑orbit services. Strengthened by an innovative mindset inherited from our early days, we are preparing to grow into an ambitious industrial company.

Job Description 👨💻

We are looking for a Product Quality Engineer at our Massy site.

You will play a key role in ensuring the quality and compliance of EXOTRAILS's products and services throughout their entire lifecycle — from design and procurement to manufacturing, delivery, and customer support.

You will be responsible for implementing and overseeing quality assurance processes, coordinating quality control activities, audits, and product certifications to ensure alignment with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations.

Working closely with design, production, and procurement teams, you will help identify and resolve potential defects, while driving continuous improvement in both processes and product quality.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the qualification of suppliers, materials, components, and manufacturing processes to meet quality standards.
• Validate prototypes and pilot series before production launch, ensuring continued compliance throughout the lifecycle.
• Monitor and adjust production processes to maintain consistent product quality and operational efficiency.
• Lead the management of non‑conformities, driving root cause analysis and coordinating corrective and preventive actions.
• Supervise the execution of control plans and ensure full traceability and completeness of quality documentation.
• Identify recurring quality issues and lead targeted continuous improvement initiatives across product lines.
• Champion a strong quality culture and promote best practices across engineering, production, and supply chain teams.
• Manage customer complaints related to product quality and ensure fast, effective resolution with long‑term preventive measures.

Preferred Experience 💁♀️

We are looking for a candidate with significant experience (10 years) in industrial projects, ideally in the space or aeronautic sector. You should be autonomous, proactive, and capable of driving security initiatives across the organization.

Technical Stack

• English Level: professional competence for both speaking and writing capabilities
• Knowledge of quality standards ISO9001/EN9100 is a plus
• Knowledge of recognized space standards (e.g. ECSS, MIL) is a plus
• High motivation for constructive and solution‑oriented way of working in a team
• Very good soft and presentation skills (presentations, technical documentation, assumptions, oral presentation)
• Able to work with a great autonomy
• You should be passionate with space and entrepreneurship and be ready to work in a very demanding, evolving and challenging environment – be ready to propose suggestions and be pro‑active!

About our recruitment process 🤝

We are committed to recruiting the right people for the right job regardless of your private background.

1. Technical interview with our Talent Acquisition Manager: you will learn more about the position and our culture
2. On-site interview with your future manager: you will discover your work environment and learn more about the required qualifications
3. Interview with the team and a founder: you can make sure that you share the same vision and values of the company