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About the client Our client operates in the space technology sector, working on satellite systems and mission-critical engineering projects that require advanced expertise in spacecraft control, simulation, and verification.

Role Overview We are looking for a Space Quality Assurance Engineers with strong knowledge of ECSS-Q standards to support quality and product assurance activities on satellite or spacecraft projects. This role is suited for someone with hands‑on experience in space project QA, technical documentation, process compliance, supplier follow‑up, reviews, audits, and non‑conformance management.

The adecuado candidate has worked in the space or aerospace industry and understands how ECSS‑based quality requirements are applied across engineering, manufacturing, testing, and delivery.

CONTRACT: Contractor Agreement COMMITMENT: Full-time (multi-year) LOCATIONS: ONSITE Friedrichshafen, Germany; Relocation support NOTES: EU passport needed; English fluency is required; German is a plus. Responsibilities

Support quality assurance and product assurance activities for satellite or spacecraft projects

Ensure project processes and deliverables comply with ECSS-Q requirements

Review technical documentation, quality records, test documentation, and project deliverables

Support design reviews,



manufacturing reviews, test readiness reviews, and acceptance reviews

Monitor non‑conformances, corrective actions, deviations, waivers, and quality risks

Participate in internal or supplier audits and follow up on action items

Work with engineering, manufacturing, procurement, and project management teams

Support supplier quality activities and review supplier documentation when needed

Maintain traceability of quality requirements, evidence, and project documentation

Contribute to continuous improvement of QA processes, templates, and reporting

5+ years of experience in quality assurance, product assurance, or quality engineering

Experience in the space or aerospace industry

Practical knowledge of ECSS-Q standards

Experience with non‑conformance management, corrective actions, deviations, or waivers

Experience reviewing technical documentation, test documentation, or quality records

Experience supporting project reviews, audits, inspections, or acceptance processes

Fluency in spoken and written English

Ability to work with technical engineering teams in a structured project environment

Nice to Have

Experience with ECSS‑Q‑ST‑10 or ECSS‑Q‑ST‑20

Experience with ECSS‑Q‑ST‑60 for EEE components

Experience with ECSS‑Q‑ST‑70 for materials, mechanical parts, or processes

Experience with ECSS‑Q‑ST‑80 for software product assurance

Previous experience on satellite, spacecraft, payload, or ground segment programs

Fluency in spoken and written German

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📌 Space Quality Assurance Engineer (ECSS-Q) - Freidrichshafen (Madrid)
🏢 Gramian Consulting Group
📍 Madrid