Practicus
Senior Product Assurance Engineer
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Senior Product Assurance Engineer
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000
Location: Stevenage or Harwell
Are you ready to launch the next stage of your career with a global leader in space exploration?
Our client is a leading Space Tech company, combining high-level engineering expertise with a practical approach to complex space missions. Following a period of continued growth, we are seeking a Senior Product Assurance (PA) Engineer to join a high-calibre team of experts. This is a pivotal role where you will act as a key interface for high-profile ESA projects and exciting international collaborations.
The Mission
As a Senior PA Engineer, you will take ownership of product assurance activities for cutting-edge electronic units and subsystems. You will be the focal point for quality, ensuring that every component, whether designed in-house or procured, meets the rigorous standards required for life in the stars.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead PA Work Packages: Manage the full project lifecycle, from initial definition to final disposal.
- Standards & Compliance: Author project-specific PA Plans and lead assurance for EEE parts, materials, and processes.
- Critical Reviews: Chair and provide expert input for design and manufacturing reviews (including PDR, CDR, TRB, and MRR).
- Problem Solving: Lead non-conformance processes (NRBs, FRBs) and drive root cause analysis.
- Mentorship: Play a key role in growing the team by mentoring junior QA and PA engineers.
- Collaboration: Work across geographically distributed teams to promote a "quality-first" culture.
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Your Profile
We are looking for a self-starter who thrives in an agile environment and possesses a "get stuck in" attitude.
Essential Requirements
- Experience: 5+ years in Product Assurance delivery for ESA, NASA, or Commercial space programs.
- Technical Knowledge: Deep expertise in ECSS standards (specifically the Q-ST-10, 60, and 70 families).
- Systems Expertise: Proven experience with electronic, electromechanical, and optical systems.
- Education: A Bachelor’s Degree or higher in a relevant engineering field.
- Security: Ability to pass BPSS screening.
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Desirable Skills
- Knowledge of satellite payloads, robotics, or ground support equipment.
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes like soldering, coating, and bonding.
Why Join This Team?
This isn't just a job; it’s a chance to be part of the "next golden age" of space exploration. You will be joining a "dream team" of purpose-driven, collaborative professionals who prize diversity and integrity.
The Perks
- Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive compensation, private healthcare, pension plan, life insurance, and disability protection.
- Location: While Stevenage is preferred, the team is flexible and values the right person over a specific office base.
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