JOB SUMMARY
MOBYFLY designs and industrializes 100% electric, high-performance hydrofoils. We are hiring a Quality Manager to lead and structure all aspects of quality: Product, Project, Supplier, and Quality System.
This key role contributes to our strong ESG / CSR commitments, with a focus on environmental, regulatory, and societal impact. It is designed to evolve toward a future team leadership position.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Product Quality – In close cooperation with Production
• Ensure compliance of systems (propulsion, batteries, interfaces, structure) with all requirements.
• Lead product validation through project gates (specifications to delivery).
• Identify CTQs and track key functional requirements.
• Perform failure analysis and corrective actions.
• References: ISO 9001, ISO 26262, Bureau Veritas NR467 / NR216.
Project Quality – Cross-functional leadership
• Develop and monitor the project quality plan (ISO 10005).
• Drive quality gates (needs, design, qualification, delivery).
• Structure risk management (ISO 31000) and lessons learned.
Supplier Quality – Supporting Procurement
• Support qualification of critical suppliers (audits, testing, compliance).
• Define purchasing quality requirements and inspection plans.
• Monitor non-conformities and performance (PPM, OTD).
• Standards: REACH, RoHS, ISO 9001, ISO 14001.
Quality System – Structuring & ESG/CSR
• Deploy a robust QMS (ISO 9001:2015).
• Lead internal audits, documentation, management reviews.
• Contribute to ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 integration.
• Drive ESG/CSR implementation: traceability, durable compliance.
• Provide quality reports, strategic plans, and action plans to the executive management.
PROFILE & QUALIFICATIONS - Education & Experience
• Engineer (mechanical, naval, energy or equivalent), 5–10 years of experience.
• Solid command of quality standards, 8D tools, Pareto, root cause methods.
• Leadership, rigor, team spirit, mentoring skills.
• Languages: Fluency in English and French; Portuguese is a plus
KEY SKILLS & MINDSET
* System-level thinking and cross-functional coordination
* High standards in quality, reliability and compliance
* Structured, analytical and proactive mindset
* Autonomy with collaborative leadership
* Excellent communication skills across technical and operational stakeholders
WORKING CONDITIONS & INTERFACES
* Based in Switzerland with regular travel to MobyFly Portugal and industrial partner sites
* Active participation in design reviews, trials, and production readiness assessments
* Works closely with the COO, CTO, Production Manager, Project Manager, and subsystem leads
* Acts as the central interface for system coordination with internal teams and suppliers
* Key and evolving role toward quality coordination and team building within a multidisciplinary environment.