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. Collaborating with development, systems engineering, and test teams to integrate quality throughout the entire 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.



Supporting the qualification of suppliers and subcontractors.Documentation and Reporting: Create and maintain process assurance documents such as SyPAP (System Process Assurance Plan), SyPAD (System Process Assurance Dossier), SQAP (Software Quality Assurance Plan), and HPAP (Hardware Process Assurance Plan). Collect and analyze quality data and evidence. Create reports and records for quality assurance activities.SKILLSDegree in engineering, aerospace engineering, or comparableSeveral years of professional experience in quality management, preferably in the military aerospace environmentSound knowledge of quality management standards (e.g., EN 9100, AQAP 2310)Experience with process assurance, software quality assurance, and hardware quality assuranceKnowledge 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 plusExperience with Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and/or large-scale aviation programmes is an advantageStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and teamwork skillsAbility to understand and interpret complex technical informationKnowledge of conducting audits and reviewsAbility to work independently and structuredFluent English skills in speaking and writingGerman or Spanish skills would be a plusWHICH BENEFITS WILL YOU HAVE AS AIRBUS EMPLOYEE?Vacation days plus additional days-off along the yearAttractive salaryHybrid model of working when possible, promoting the work-life balanceCollective transport service in some sitesBenefits such as health insurance, employee stock options, retirement plan, or study grantsOn-site facilities (among others): free canteen, kindergarten, medical officePossibility to collaborate in different social and corporate social responsibility initiativesExcellent upskilling opportunities and great development prospects in a multicultural environmentSpecial rates in products & benefitsThis job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.Company: Airbus Defence and Space SAU Employment Type: PermanentExperience Level: Professional Job Family: Quality AssuranceBy submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.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.Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to sending your resume to participating in successful interviews, here you can access all important pieces of information to guide you in your candidate journey. Learn more
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📌 ED 2026 Engineering Quality Manager (EQM) UAS and EuroDrone (Getafe)
🏢 Airbus
📍 Getafe