PSocial network you want to login/join with: /ph3Product Assurance Engineer - Space, padova /h3pcol-narrow-left /ph3Client: /h3pDarwin Recruitment /ph3Location: /h3h3Job Category: /h3pOther /pp- /ph3EU work permit required: /h3pYes /ppcol-narrow-right /ph3Job Reference: /h3p189497054200437145633711 /ph3Job Views: /h3p3 /ph3Posted: /h3p24.06.2025 /ph3Expiry Date: /h3p08.08.2025 /ppcol-wide /ph3Job Description: /h3pProduct Assurance Engineer - Space Optical Systemsbrp? Sarcedo, Vicenza (Italy) | Full-Time | Hybrid Working Policy /ppWe're supporting a leading European space optics manufacturer in their search for a bProduct Assurance Engineer /b to join their growing engineering team in Northern Italy. This company designs and delivers high-precision opto-mechanical systems for use in bspace exploration, laser communications, and advanced defense technologies /b - with flight hardware deployed on real missions for commercial primes and institutional agencies across Europe and beyond. /ppThis is a newly created role, driven by the company's continued expansion and increased mission complexity. It offers the opportunity to lead full-lifecycle PA activities for cutting-edge hardware, with direct involvement in mission assurance from concept to launch.br/p? About the RolebrpAs Product Assurance Engineer, you'll be the primary technical interface for all product assurance activities, reporting directly to the Head of Quality. You'll be responsible for defining and executing the full PA plan across multiple flight programs involving space optics, defense systems, and lasercom technologies. /ppThis is the company's bfirst dedicated PA hire /b - so you'll have the chance to shape the department, create scalable processes, and potentially grow a team around you over time. /ppKey responsibilities include: /pullipDeveloping and implementing PA plans aligned with ECSS standards /p /lilipManaging and owning PA documentation: CILs, RFDs/RFWs, NCRs, MIPs/KIPs, ESA Alerts, and EIDPs /p /lilipLeading FMECA and critical item processes across all optical and mechanical subsystems /p /lilipConducting internal audits and managing supplier/subcontractor compliance /p /lilipParticipating in reviews (PDR, CDR, TRR, TRB, MRR) and overseeing verification validation phases /p /lilipWitnessing manufacturing and test activities to ensure adherence to mission-critical quality requirements /p /lilipChairing NRBs and supporting qualification/acceptance testing campaignsbr/p /li /ul What We're Looking ForbrullipEngineering degree (mechanical, aerospace, optical, or similar) /p /lilipb3-5+ years /b of hands-on Product Assurance or Quality Assurance experience in the bspace sector /b /p /lilipFamiliarity with bECSS standards /b and the assurance lifecycle of flight hardware /p /lilipStrong documentation and stakeholder communication skills /p /lilipComfortable working cross-functionally with systems, design, and manufacturing teams /p /lilipFluent in English (spoken and written); Italian not required but a plus /p /lilipWilling to brelocate to Italy /b (hybrid working supported, but not a fully remote role)br/p /li /ul? Bonus ExperiencebrullipBackground with boptical or opto-mechanical subsystems /b /p /lilipExperience working with ESA-class suppliers or subcontractors /p /lilipExposure to ECSS Q-ST standards, PA audits, or NRB chairing responsibilitiesbr/p /li /ul? Why This Role?brullipbFirst of its kind /b - You'll be the first dedicated PA hire, with real influence over how product assurance is defined and delivered /p /lilipbReal hardware /b - This isn't a paperwork role - you'll be physically involved in production and test campaigns for high-value payloads /p /lilipbHigh-impact projects /b - Your work will directly support space missions, defense programs, and lasercom technologies /p /lilipbTeam growth potential /b - Over time, there's potential to grow a team organically around you /p /lilipbMake a difference /b - If you're coming from a large company where you feel like just a number, this is your chance to join a tight-knit team where individual contributions truly matterbr/p /li /ul? Role DetailsbrullipbLocation /b: Sarcedo, Vicenza (Italy) - hybrid model with onsite presence required /p /lilipbSalary /b: Up to €65,000 per year (depending on experience) /p /lilipbContract /b: Permanent, full-time /p /lilipbVisa/Relocation /b: Support available for international candidates /p /lilipbLanguage /b: English fluency required /p /lilipbInterview Process /b: 2 stages - Initial remote with COO and QA Manager, followed by onsite interviewbr/p /li /ulpDarwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. /p /ppbPlease note that if you are NOT a passport holder of the country for the vacancy you might need a work permit. /b Check our Blog for more information. /ppBank or payment details should not be provided when applying for a job. Eurojobs.com is not responsible for any external website content. All applications should be made via the 'Apply now' button. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr