Quality Engineer

About The Company Blackwave GmbH is a pioneering company specializing in the design, manufacturing, and delivery of flight-qualified, commercial off-the-shelf composite overwrapped pressure vessels (COPVs) for launch vehicles and satellites. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, Blackwave has established a reputation for delivering high-quality COPVs with proven flight heritage. The company's innovative approach significantly reduces lead times from months to days, ensuring that each tank is thoroughly qualified and ready for flight. With a dedicated team of over 150 employees across manufacturing facilities in Germany and Texas, Blackwave is committed to advancing spaceflight safety and reliability. The company's mission is to eliminate COPV failures in spaceflight, contributing to safer and more reliable space missions. About The Role As a Quality Engineer (m/w/d) in the aerospace division of Blackwave GmbH, you will play a critical role in ensuring the highest standards of quality and reliability for our hardware components, specifically COPVs. Your primary focus will be on quality assurance processes throughout the entire product lifecycle, from supplier engagement and development stages to serial production. You will work closely with manufacturing teams on the shop floor, supporting process compliance and continuous improvement initiatives. Your expertise will help maintain the integrity of our products under extreme conditions encountered in aerospace environments, ultimately contributing to the company's mission of ending COPV failures in spaceflight. This full-time, permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team pushing the boundaries of lightweight design and precision manufacturing in the aerospace industry. Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess a relevant engineering degree or equivalent qualification in quality management, production technology, or a related field. Proven experience in quality planning, risk management, and process auditing within a manufacturing environment is essential. Strong analytical skills and experience with root cause analysis tools such as 8D, Ishikawa diagrams, and 5-Why are required to identify and resolve quality issues effectively. Familiarity with applicable quality standards, particularly ISO9001, and practical implementation of compliance measures are highly valued. The candidate should demonstrate an independent working style, solution-oriented thinking, and a passion for precision and reliability. Excellent communication skills in English are mandatory, with proficiency in German considered an advantage for cross-departmental collaboration. Responsibilities Define and implement comprehensive project and process quality assurance strategies across the entire product lifecycle, ensuring adherence to quality standards from suppliers to production.Collaborate closely with manufacturing teams on the shop floor to ensure quality requirements are effectively integrated into all production stages.Support and oversee product and process change management, ensuring quality considerations are incorporated and changes are properly approved and implemented.Conduct root cause analysis for quality deviations using structured methodologies such as 8D, Ishikawa, and 5-Why, and develop sustainable corrective actions.Monitor key quality metrics, including audit findings and non-conformities, to identify areas for improvement and drive continuous process enhancements.Participate in internal audits and support external audits to maintain compliance with industry standards and regulations.Contribute to the development and refinement of quality documentation, procedures, and work instructions to support manufacturing excellence. Benefits Take on personal responsibility and enjoy creative freedom to develop and enhance our production technologies.Benefit from flexible working hours and options for remote work, supporting a healthy work-life balance.Experience a unique blend of startup agility with aerospace innovation, characterized by flat hierarchies and short decision-making paths.Access a variety of individual benefits, including a Germany ticket, Egym-Wellpass, or a tax-free benefit in kind via the Give Card.Enjoy daily healthy and diverse meals during shared lunch breaks, fostering team bonding and wellness.Relax and unwind on our roof terrace with scenic alpine views after work.Participate in continuous professional and personal development through challenging projects and expert exchanges.Be part of a vibrant team culture that celebrates successes through tech talks, team events, and after-work gatherings. Equal Opportunity Blackwave GmbH is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. We believe that diversity enhances our innovation and success and are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute to our mission of advancing spaceflight safety.