Composite Materials Quality Assurance Engineer

Join DHV Technology and Be Part of the Vanguard in Space Technology Launch your career with a company that's building the future beyond Earth. At DHV Technology , our mission is clear: to accelerate space exploration by delivering innovative power solutions that drive missions across the globe . We are a Spanish company headquartered in Málaga, with a strong international presence and a leading position in the design and manufacturing of solar panels and power systems for space applications . With clients in over 40 countries, our technology is already orbiting Earth and beyond, making DHV Technology a global reference in the aerospace industry. Working here means joining a unique sector where every project has a global impact and the potential to shape the future of humanity. We develop solutions for satellites and space missions, including deployable solar arrays and advanced power systems that store and manage energy for groundbreaking projects. Innovation, customer orientation, and excellence are the core values driving our continuous growth and keeping us at the forefront of space exploration. What is it like to be a Composite Materials Quality Assurance Engineer at DHV Technology? As a Composite Materials Quality Assurance Engineer at DHV Technology, you will play a key role in ensuring the quality and conformity of composite materials, manufacturing processes, and finished products within a high-tech aerospace environment. Working closely with production, manufacturing engineering, product assurance, and suppliers, you will be responsible for controlling incoming materials, validating in-process and final inspections, managing non-conformities, and ensuring compliance with applicable quality standards and customer requirements. This role combines strong technical expertise in composite materials with a rigorous quality mindset, requiring attention to detail, autonomy, and a collaborative approach to support manufacturing excellence, traceability, and continuous improvement across the full production lifecycle. Responsibilities You will be engaged in all quality assurance activities related to composite materials manufacturing projects, including but not limited to: Ensure compliance with quality requirements for composite materials, in process products, and final products prior to customer delivery. Perform incoming inspection and quality control of materials and products supplied by external vendors, including supplier audits and qualification when required. Validate and supervise in process and final inspections, ensuring correct application of inspection plans, acceptance criteria, and traceability requirements. Conduct product and process audits throughout the manufacturing lifecycle, in accordance with applicable international, customer, and aerospace standards. Support the definition of manufacturing workflows by participating in the preparation and review of work orders, inspection plans, quality controls, and project specific requirements. Manage manufacturing quality incidents and non conformities, providing support to Product Assurance in the resolution of NCRs and corrective actions. Ensure proper management of quality records, alerts, statistical quality data, metrology, calibration, and product handling, storage, and transportation conditions. Validate final product quality documentation for internal acceptance and customer delivery. Ensure compliance with ESD protection, cleanliness, contamination control, and clean room ISO 8 requirements. Act as functional reference for shop floor inspectors, providing technical guidance and validation of inspection activities. Education and Requirements To be considered for this position, candidates should meet the following requirements: University degree in Industrial, Aerospace, Mechanical, Electronics Engineering, or a related scientific technical field. Training or experience in composite materials manufacturing and/or inspection processes. Previous experience in quality assurance, manufacturing quality, or inspection activities within an industrial or aerospace environment is valued. Knowledge of quality management systems and applicable standards; familiarity with ESA/ECSS requirements for composite substrates is a strong asset. English proficiency (spoken and written) at an intermediate to advanced level, suitable for technical documentation and professional communication. Technical Competencies Candidates should demonstrate strong knowledge and experience in the following areas: Composite materials, basic mechanics, and manufacturing processes. Quality control techniques, inspection methods, and use of measurement equipment. Validation of manufacturing and inspection processes. Management of non-conformities, corrective actions, and quality records. Understanding of traceability, documentation control, and product acceptance criteria in regulated industries. Familiarity with clean room operations, ESD control, and contamination management. Soft Skills We are looking for candidates who bring the following attributes: Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and compliance. Ability to work collaboratively with production, engineering, product assurance, and suppliers. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills in manufacturing environments. Results oriented mindset with a proactive and structured approach to work. Good organizational skills and ability to manage priorities in parallel projects. Professional communication skills and a responsible, quality driven attitude. What we offer A full time, on site role based in Málaga, Spain. Immediate start date. Joining a multidisciplinary and highly qualified team. Working on exciting international projects in the space sector. Relocation package for national and international mobility. Opportunities for professional development and career growth. Ready to Shape the Future of the Space Industry? If you're passionate about electronics and space technology and want to join a fast-growing, innovation-driven company working on high-impact international projects, DHV Technology is your place. Apply now and be part of the future of space. We're waiting for you Basic data protection information The data provided in this selection process will be communicated to DHV Technology for the purpose of including your application in current or future recruitment processes, as well as to keep them informed of job offers that may fit their job profile. 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