Quality Control Engineer for Space Production

Company Overview

SPACE INDUSTRIES is a dynamic and rapidly growing company operating in the aerospace sector, with a strong commitment to innovation, reliability, and mission excellence.
The company supports complex space programs and provides end-to-end mission operations, ensuring high standards of performance and operational success.

Position Overview

Space Industries S.p.A., a leading aerospace company specializing in the assembly, integration, and testing (AIT) of small satellites, is seeking an experienced Quality Control Engineer to ensure the highest levels of quality, precision, and compliance throughout all space production activities.

The selected candidate will be responsible for executing inspections and verifications on flight hardware, subsystems, and assemblies, ensuring full adherence to ECSS standards, customer requirements, and company quality procedures.

This role requires a hands-on engineer with strong expertise in space manufacturing, AIT operations, and quality control processes, able to work autonomously in a high-reliability environment.

Main Responsibilities

- Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections on components, subsystems, and satellite assemblies.

- Verify compliance of materials and processes with ECSS standards, drawings, specifications, and quality plans.

- Conduct visual inspections, dimensional checks, torque verification, and cleanliness assessments (FOD control).

- Review and validate quality documentation (CoC, CoM, inspection reports, test results).

- Support and monitor AIT (Assembly, Integration & Test) activities to ensure proper execution and traceability.

- Identify and report non-conformances, prepare NCRs, and support root cause analysis and corrective actions.

- Collaborate with Product Assurance, Engineering, and Production teams to resolve quality issues.

- Ensure correct handling, packaging, and storage of flight hardware in accordance with aerospace standards.

- Participate in project reviews (MRR, TRR, TRB, QR, FR) providing inspection data and quality evidence.

- Contribute to continuous improvement of inspection methods, tools, and quality control processes.

- Degree or technical diploma in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics, or related fields.

- At least 3–5 years of experience as Quality Control Engineer or Inspector in the aerospace sector, preferably on small satellite or space equipment programs.

- Solid knowledge of ECSS standards and space quality assurance requirements.

- Hands‑on experience in mechanical/electronic inspections, assembly verification, and AIT processes.

- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, BOMs, and specifications.

- experience with measurement tools, inspection documentation, and traceability systems.

- Strong attention to detail, precision, and documentation accuracy.

- Capability to work independently and manage multiple inspection tasks in parallel.

- Good knowledge of English (written and spoken).

- Holder of a valid category B driving license.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience in ESA / ASI programs and institutional space missions.

- Familiarity with cleanroom operations and ESD protection procedures.

- Knowledge of EN 9100 or ISO 9001 quality management systems.

- Certification or training in aerospace quality inspection or ECSS-Q standards.

What We Offer:

- A dynamic and stimulating work environment.

- Opportunities for professional growth and development.

- Metalmeccanico (CCNL) with compensation based on experience and skills.

SPACE INDUSTRIES is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within its workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic.

Why Join Us?

A unique opportunity for professional growth in a young and dynamic aerospace company.

The chance to work on innovative projects with a global impact in the small satellite sector.

A stimulating and collaborative environment, with the opportunity to contribute to shaping the company's future strategies.

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