Quality Control Manager II

Are you one of those people who look up to the sky every time a plane passes by?

Space holds no more secrets for you than it does for science?

Environmental and technological challenges are among those you wish to tackle?

Come join Sabca and play your own role in the fast-moving world of aerospace inside a company with more than 100 years of existence.

We are experts in designing, manufacturing, maintaining, and upgrading large and complex elements for aircraft and space launchers. 

In Brussels, we have our Structural and Mechatronics Engineering offices, where all our new programs begin and our workshops are equipped with modern

machines that produce complex metallic assemblies for aircraft and space launchers as well as advanced Thrust Vectoring Systems for space launchers.

SABCA Brussels is also the home to our "Unmanned Autonomous Systems" aka: the drones solutions unit!

Mission:

Your main mission as Quality Control Manager is to oversee and ensure compliance with the processes, procedures, and quality standards established by the company.

Responsabilities:

Develop, implement, and maintain control systems compliant with aviation regulations:

• Ensure rigor in applying part and process compliance requirements;


• Support FAI (First Article Inspection) processes;


• Support and guide Gage R&R studies;


• Ensure calibration of measuring instruments.

Collaborate closely with various operational teams to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions:

• Ensure timely creation of non-conformities and resolution before releasing a part;


• Support Quality Clinics.

Evaluate operational processes and identify areas needing improvement or adjustment to ensure maximum efficiency:

• Ensure production scheduling can be guaranteed at QC;


• Provide input to SQDCP and follow up on requested actions;


• Apply Lean principles to make processes more efficient;


• Review inspection data to propose sampling for stable processes.

Coordinate and oversee internal and external audits within the QC department to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements; 

Ensure accurate and complete documentation of all quality processes in accordance with regulations and applicable standards; 

Ensure reporting.

You are responsible for:

• Ensuring compliance with the EN9100 quality standard and the ISO 14001 environmental standard;


• Performing rigorous self-checks to guarantee the quality and conformity of the work;


• Transferring your skills and knowledge to new team members to foster a culture of continuous learning and mutual support;


• Complying with safety, health, and environmental rules;


• Reporting risks and applying procedures to prevent incidents.

As a People Manager, your tasks will include:

• Participating in the recruitment process and managing onboarding;


• Guiding and motivating the team to achieve objectives, ensuring reporting and monitoring KPIs;


• Managing skills matrices and team training;


• Inspiring, motivating, and recognizing efforts: team engagement, annual evaluations, fostering a culture of positive feedback, and promoting daily well-being;


• Ensuring the implementation of, and communicating, safety, health, and environmental rules within your team;


• Monitoring compliance with guidelines and acting proactively to prevent accidents (incident and risk analysis).

Profile: 

Education / Experience:

• Education: You hold a university degree in Industrial Engineering with sufficient knowledge of Materials and Mechanics.       


• Desired experience: You possess basic technical knowledge in the relevant field, with 8 to 10 years of valuable experience.      

Skills:

Soft Skills:     

• You are an assertive person with a strong personality and rigor;


• You have leadership skills, team management, and problem-solving abilities;


• You have excellent communication, planning, and organizational skills;


• You are able to work in a dynamic and multifunctional environment;


• You have a sense of responsibility and are able to transfer this to the QC team.

Technical:    

• You have in-depth knowledge of EN ISO 9100 standards, Part 21;


• You are familiar with Lean Manufacturing principles.

Languages: You are bilingual in French and English (spoken, read, and written), knowledge of Dutch (read and spoken) is a plus.  

IT skills: You have strong expertise in GD&T and MSA.

So, What’s in it for you?

Experience! Gain new experience to thanks to the full range of services we offer to the civil, space and military aviation markets as well as to the commercial

Unmanned Autonomous Systems (drones). Our activities include designing, manufacturing, maintaining, and upgrading large and complex elements for aircraft and space launchers for

customers and partners belonging to the elite of the aerospace industry.

Excitement! Work in an exciting environment where long-standing expertise and research and technological development feed off each other.

Sabca collaborators have their passion and their know-how as common denominator.

Teamwork, reliability and innovation are part of the culture we value and that lead us to success.

Challenges! Help Europe access to space by designing and manufacturing rocket structures.

Be part of the pioneers in developing advanced air mobility solutions inside our division dedicated to drones. Use your knowledge to take people around the world on board low-carbon aircraft.

Contribute to the environmental and technological challenges of the century. Play your own role in the fast-moving world of aerospace.

Be ready for take-off!