Quality Inspector & Metrology

PLD Space·Elche, Spain

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    PLD Space doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Speak native-level Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Work on-site in Elche

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 2+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

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About PLD Space

PLD Space is an international company whose mission is to transport satellites into space, vertically integrating the engineering, testing, manufacturing, and operations of its reusable and sustainable rockets. Based in Elche and founded in 2011 by Raúl Torres and Raúl Verdú, PLD Space has established itself as a world reference in the small satellite launch vehicle sector. Its MIURA rocket family and its LINCE crew capsule position the company as a leader in European technological sovereignty in space transportation, covering the full range of space missions.

PLD Space has more than 188,000 m² of technical facilities in Elche, Teruel, Kourou (French Guiana), and Duqm (Oman), allowing it to offer complete launch services for satellites and other payloads into space.

Teamwork, courage, determination, and ambition enable PLD Space to guarantee autonomous and reliable access to space for satellites at a globally competitive price. The company is able to offer the best launch services to commercial satellite operators, institutions, and national and international government agencies.

Mission

As a Quality Inspector & Metrology specialist, your main mission within the department will be to carry out quality inspections for the incoming parts and subcontracted components, as well as to prepare, execute, and report the controls and measurements of parts according to the requirements of our internal clients.

Responsibilities

  • Perform incoming inspections of parts and components manufactured by suppliers, ensuring conformity according to the blueprint and verifying the documentation required by design.
  • Prepare programs/plans for incoming inspection and/or part measurement. 
  • Perform measurement and alignment of parts manufactured both internally and by suppliers. 
  • Prepare Incoming Inspection Reports and Metrology Reports. 
  • Report deviations, anomalies, and non-conformities detected, providing support to the NRB when necessary, performing additional controls, and/or verifying rework/repairs.  
  • Implement the corrective actions associated with the metrology or incoming inspection process as defined in the NRB. 
  • Ensure and maintain measurement tools and equipment. 
  • Monitor internal calibration plans and equipment qualification. 
  • Guarantee the conformity and traceability of the products being controlled. 
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of quality, manufacturing, and engineering processes,  inspection, measurement, and alignment of parts, both for internal manufacturing and suppliers.

Required Requirements

  • Advanced Vocational Training in Quality Inspector. 
  • Experience in
    • Incoming inspections of aeronautical/aerospace parts; and/or 
    • Metrology with manual and analog instruments 
    • Metrology with precision instruments such as Measuring Arm (BM), Laser Tracker (LT), Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM), Roughness/Profile Tester, Profile Projector, Laser Scanner, and manual measurement equipment. 
  • Knowledge and experience in the use of 3D measurement software Polyworks.
  • Knowledge and experience in GD&T. 
  • At least 2 years of experience in the described functions. 
  • Reading and interpretation of 2D blueprint documentation, technical information, standards, and tolerances. 
  • Detail-oriented and precise work. 
  • Advanced level of Office (mainly Excel). 

Desired requirements

  • Methodical and organized person. 
  • Experience in preparing measurement programs with Metrology software. 
  • Communication skills (intra- and interdepartmental) 
  • Teamwork skills. 
  • Knowledge of ISO 2768 and UNE-EN ISO 9001 standards. 
  • Use of high-precision machines, such as CMM, measuring arm, laser tracker, or scanner. 
  • Availability to work shifts. 
  • Experience in instrument calibration. 
  • Self-management skills. 
  • Intermediate English level. 

Health and wellness

  • Physiotherapy within our facilities
  • 50% discount on your health insurance
  • You can add your family members to the health insurance at a competitive price.
  • Healthy snacks and fresh fruit

Never stop learning

  • We foster practical learning
  • We promote professional development through internal mobility and teamwork

Find your work-life balance

  • 23 vacation days + December 24th and 31st off

Financial health... and flexible compensation.

  • Daycare
  • Restaurant tickets
  • Transportation
  • Education

Values

We have five core beliefs that guide how PLD Space is shaping the future of space launch technologies

  • Teamwork
  • Effort
  • Dynamism
  • Commitment
  • Make it easy

Join us to reinvent the way rockets are built!

You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.This job was automatically translated to English, .

About the company

PLD Space

PLD Space

Aerospace

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Spanish company
100-250 employees