Quality Assurance Engineer

About the role

Join Destinus as a Quality Assurance Engineer and act as the final checkpoint for cutting‑edge unmanned aerial vehicles before they reach operational deployment. You will work closely with engineering, manufacturing and program teams to embed quality throughout the product lifecycle.

Key responsibilities

• Implement, maintain and improve QA processes for hardware and software in line with ARP4754A, DO‑178C, DO‑254 and DO‑160G.
• Perform process assurance activities such as audits, stage‑of‑involvement reviews and conformity checks across the development lifecycle.
• Support certification and qualification campaigns, including environmental testing per DO‑160G.
• Interface with engineering teams, suppliers, certification authorities and military customers on quality matters.
• Assist supplier quality assurance through audits and incoming‑inspection criteria.

Required profile

• Degree in aerospace, electrical, mechanical engineering or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in quality or development assurance within aerospace or a similarly regulated industry.
• Strong documentation skills, attention to detail and ability to challenge engineering teams constructively.
• Willingness to travel regularly to European sites and excellent English communication skills.

Required skills

• Working knowledge of ARP4754A, DO‑178C, DO‑254, DO‑160G.
• Familiarity with military standards such as MIL‑STD‑882, MIL‑HDBK‑516 and AQAP 2110 (preferred).
• Hands‑on experience with audits, reviews and configuration/change management.