Head of Quality

Your Mission:

As a Head of Quality (all genders), you will define, build-up and implement all Quality, Compliance und HSE processes and activities from the shopfloor up to the national & international regulatory authorities. Play a pivotal role in our journey to sustainable aviation by providing a state-of-the-art quality management system.

Your Day-to-Day:

• Own the end-to-end quality process.

• Develop and implement an efficient, robust quality management system to ensure compliance with aerospace standards and regulatory requirements.

• Introduction and harmonization of efficient QMS processes (e.g. integration into ERP/MES).

• Implementation, assurance, and further development of standards & certifications (e.g. AS/EN9100).

• Management of internal, external and customer audits, from planning up to CAPA measures.

• Work with the supply chain management team to ensure supplier product and process quality requirements.

• Establish a streamlined overall quality process to effectively meet day-to-day operational requirements.

• Interface to customers, certification bodies, and authorities for quality related topics.

• Promoting a culture of quality and safety.

Your Profile:

• 5–7 years of professional experience in quality management.

• Degree in Engineering or a related technical field.

• Extensive experience in Aircraft Development Programs, demonstrating industry-specific knowledge and expertise.

• In depth-knowledge of aerospace quality standards (AS/EN9100) and regulations (LBA, EASA).

• Strong understanding of QMS, Audits, CAPA and HSE-Management.

• Ability to integrate the QMS with other company systems (e.g. ERP).

• Outstanding people skills, including empathy and strong interpersonal capabilities.

• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, coupled with strong planning abilities for working with diverse stakeholders, including customers and regulatory bodies.

• Fluency in both German and English, with advanced negotiation skills in both languages.

We recognize that women and other under-represented groups are often overlooked in our industry. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every listed qualification, we still encourage you to apply. Talent and potential can’t always be captured in a checklist.

Why us?

• Be part of an ambitious team determined to shape the future of aviation.

• We are an in-office company, but we value flexibility and trust employees to manage their schedules responsibly. This may include occasional remote work or adjusting hours to accommodate personal commitments.

• Subsidized EGYM Wellpass membership: your (mental) health is important for us.

• Enjoy a subsidized lunch with a 5€ company contribution per meal on office days.

• Become a part of our success with virtual stock options.

• Choose the option that suits your needs: either a free charging station for your electric car or a public transport job ticket as part of the Deutschlandticket.

• Lease a high-quality bicycle or e-bike through our JobRad program and benefit from tax advantages. Whether for your daily commute or personal use, enjoy more mobility and sustainability.

• Pension scheme to support your long-term financial security.

• Work in one of our offices in Munich or Delft. Enjoy the modern Balan Campus in Munich or work inside the aerospace ecosystem at TU Delft.

• Boost your professional as well as personal growth executing your own ideas and independent projects.

• Join our internal social events and retreats (e.g. cooking, game nights, sports).

VÆRIDION was founded in 2021 to transform regional air travel with the Microliner, a 100% electric commercial aircraft. By delivering the most energy-efficient aircraft, we are building the future where clean, safe, and affordable electric aviation seamlessly connects people and businesses. We’re bringing together the brightest minds in aerospace, automotive engineering, and business to disrupt the aviation industry.