
Posted 5 months ago
Operative Teamlead NDT Inspection and Test (all genders) - Aerospace
AI Summary
Leads the NDT inspection and test team on day-to-day operations in aerospace, ensuring reliable, measurable, and traceable quality with full inspection coverage and immediate issue escalation.
About this role
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
THE WHY
To end COPV failure in spaceflight.
Quality is not defined in reviews. It is built in inspection. If inspection fails, everything fails.
THE WHATYou lead the inspection and testing team in daily operations. You ensure:
- all inspections are executed reliably
- quality is measurable and traceable
- the team performs under real conditions
- 100% inspection coverage
- No unverified parts
- Immediate escalation of issues
- Stable process flow
- Operational team leadership
- Clear inspection standards and processes
- Structured documentation
- On-the-job coaching and team guidance
- Identify process weaknesses
- Implement improvements
- Collaborate with engineering and production
YOUR PROFILE
Education
- Background in quality, manufacturing, mechanical engineering or similar
- Experience in inspection / testing / quality, production environments
- Initial leadership experience (hands-on)
- Strong understanding of inspection processes
- Experience with measurement tools
- Structured and practical mindset
- Ability to lead in an operational environment
Candor: Address issues immediately.
Togetherness: Lead from within the team.
Playfulness: Continuously improve execution.
High Performance: Lead under pressure. Stay operational.
WHAT WE OFFER
High level of autonomy & real impact: Be part of shaping our high-tech production landscape
Flexible working hours & remote work options based on mutual agreement
Startup mindset meets aerospace innovation: Flat hierarchies, fast decisions, and space for your ideas
Choose your own benefit: Germany ticket, Egym Wellpass, or a tax-free Give Card
Healthy & social lunch culture: Enjoy fresh meals during shared lunch breaks
Stunning views: Wind down on our rooftop terrace with breathtaking views of the Alps
Growth opportunities: Work on exciting projects and learn from inspiring people
We live our team culture: From tech talks to team events and after-work gatherings – we celebrate success together
Skills
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