Job DescriptionAs Engineering Quality Manager (EQM) UAS and EuroDrone at Airbus Defence and Space, you are responsible for ensuring product quality throughout the entire engineering lifecycle of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and the EuroDrone program. You ensure compliance with quality and development standards, processes, and regulations, contributing significantly to the delivery of reliable and safe products.
ResponsibilitiesQuality & Process Assurance
Ensure compliance with aerospace and development standards such as EN 9100, ARP4754, DO-178C, and DO-254
Support development, certification, and airworthiness activities in accordance with EMAR Part 21/145
Plan and execute audits, process assurance reviews, and quality gates
Drive preventive quality measures (Right‐First‐Time, APQP, FMEA)
Engineering Quality Activities
Monitor requirements traceability and ensure proper allocation of quality requirements
Support and assess technical reviews and process assurance activities
Collaborate with development, systems engineering, and test teams to integrate quality throughout the product development process
Train and raise awareness among the EuroDrone community regarding quality requirements and processes
Support tool qualification and verification/testing activities
Ensure conformity documentation and audit readiness
Facilitate peer reviews and track quality findings
System, Software & Hardware Assurance
Ensure compliant system, software, and hardware plans and development processes
Monitor software lifecycle and compliance with DO-178C
Ensure hardware process compliance with DO-254
Manage non‐conformities, deviations, and configuration control
Support the qualification of suppliers and subcontractors
Documentation and Reporting
Create and maintain process assurance documents such as SyPAP, SyPAD, SQAP, and HPAP
Collect and analyze quality data and evidence
Create reports and records for quality assurance activities
Qualifications
Degree in engineering, aerospace engineering, or comparable
Several years of professional experience in quality management, preferably in the military aerospace environment
Sound knowledge of quality management standards (e.G., EN 9100, AQAP 2310)
Experience with process assurance, software quality assurance, and hardware quality assurance
Knowledge of relevant standards and regulations (e.G., ARP4754A, DO-178, DO-330, DO-254)
Knowledge of relevant military aviation regulations (e.G., EMAR Part 21/145) would be a plus
Experience with Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and/or large‐scale aviation programmes is an advantage
Strong analytical and problem‐solving skills
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Ability to understand and interpret complex technical information
Knowledge of conducting audits and reviews
Ability to work independently and in a structured manner
Fluent English speaking and writing skills;
German or Spanish skills would be a plus
Offer
A varied and responsible position in an international environment
Attractive remuneration and social benefits
Opportunities for further education and personal development
A dynamic and innovative working environment
Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.
Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com.
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