Posted 
May 31

Quality Assurance Engineer

Quality Assurance & HSSE
REMOTE

Role Description

ZeroAvia is a leader in zero-emission aviation, flying the world's largest hydrogen-electric aircraft since September 2020. Its focus is the design and commercialization of hydrogen-powered aviation solutions to address a variety of markets, initially targeting short-haul, sub-regional commercial flights up to 500 miles. To date, ZeroAvia has secured the UK CAA and FAA experimental permit to fly for its 6-seat aircraft powered by hydrogen-electric powertrain, passed significant flight tests, and is on track for commercial deliveries by 2024. Its achievements to date were rewarded by the UK prime minister by inviting ZeroAvia as a member to the UK Jet Zero Council.

ZeroAvia’s powertrain development focuses on integrating hydrogen storage tanks, fuel cell systems, and electric motors, delivering a solution that will be not only without carbon emissions but also cheaper to operate. Commercializing the solution requires the establishment of a new clean aviation ecosystem, encompassing hydrogen production from renewable energy sources and tackling public perception of safety.

Working as part of the Quality team to support the Quality Activities. The role will include the development, implementation and maintenance of various quality management initiatives, liaison with internal and external customers, training staff and auditing processes / products.

Key responsibilities

  • Development of Quality Engineering tools and activities, to include SPC, Gauge R&R, FMEA, Six Sigma, 8D, Attribute Charts and control plans as required by Quality Management to support Business Objectives.
  • Compilation and presentation of KPI’s for key business functions required supporting Management Reviews.
  • Undertake investigation of quality issues to resolution, in conjunction with all necessary internal or external bodies relating to product / process / system. These may be initiated by internal or external customers.
  • Initiate, manage or participate in product re-calls as required to CAA or other regulatory / customer requirements.
  • To actively participate in Design Reviews and new product introduction.
  • Maintenance and training of staff in Quality related activities.
  • Participate in Company initiatives as required by the Quality Management
  • Undertake & complete Business System audits & Product audits in maintenance of the programmed audit schedule.
  • Maintenance and progression of company approvals: BS EN ISO 9001 / AS9100D, UKCAA Part 21G, Part 145 and other customer specific approvals.
  • Development of the Quality System as defined by Quality Management in support of business requirements.
  • Liaison and preparation of Customer visits, preparation of visit reports and prompt follow-up of resulting actions.

Experience Required

  • Aerospace Engineering and Aerospace Regulatory Knowledge (UKCAA/EASA/AS9100)
  • Experience in a similar role advantageous
  • Experience of participating / leading PFMEA / 8D
  • Sound practical experience with Excel, Word, Access etc – ability to quickly pick up business software use
  • Proven experience of ability to communicate (verbally and in writing)
  • Experience of working closely with others, but equally independently

Qualifications

  • HNC / Degree qualified preferred, experience may be taken into consideration in lieu of education
  • Excellent IT skills
  • Audit trained (preferably Lead Auditor level)

Diversity and inclusion

ZeroAvia is an equal opportunity employer and as a young company in the aviation industry, we value diversity and need people of different backgrounds that bring a plethora of skills, perspectives, and mindsets to the table that can spur originality, imagination, and creativity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.

ZeroAvia
 at a glance

ZeroAvia produces practical zero emission aviation powertrain targeting 9-19-passenger airplanes to start replacing dirty jet fuel.