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ICEYE is a space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) company delivering synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology and data to governments, defense, intelligence, and commercial users globally. The company operates over 900 employees across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific.
The QMS Specialist will be responsible for implementing and maintaining ICEYE's Quality Management System (QMS) at the Valencia production facility in Spain. This is a standalone, permanent on-site role reporting to the Global QMS Manager within the GMO – Manufacturing Assurance department.
Key responsibilities include:
- Full implementation of ICEYE's QMS framework in the Valencia facility
- Driving production framework maturity and serving as the subject matter expert for QMS, quality assurance, health and safety, and environmental topics
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory, customer, and industry requirements; serving as the primary contact for auditors and certification bodies
- Conducting internal process audits covering quality and EHS topics
- Maintaining controlled documentation rigor across Valencia operations
- Defining and tracking quality KPIs; preparing and presenting regular performance reports to leadership
- Providing training and coaching on QMS processes, standards, and quality tools to promote a quality culture
- Driving cross-functional alignment with production, supply chain, and health and safety teams
The role operates in a fast-paced, agile production environment where processes are still being shaped, requiring adaptability and independent problem-solving with minimal supervision.
REQUIREMENTS:
Must haves:
- 5+ years of experience in quality, engineering, operations, compliance, or process improvement roles
- Strong experience with digital QMS systems and data-driven improvement methods
- Strong knowledge of QMS standards (ISO 9001 required; AS9100, AQAP2110, PECAL or similar beneficial)
- Experience with quality tools and risk management (RCA, CAPA, FMEA, PDCA, risk assessments)
- Audit experience, either as an internal auditor or supporting external certification bodies
- Adaptability and willingness to learn in a fast-paced, agile environment
- Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to drive cross-functional alignment and work independently with minimal supervision
- Professional fluency in both English and Spanish
Nice to haves:
- Degree in Engineering, Quality, Business, or related field
- Knowledge of AS9100, AQAP 2110, PECAL, or ISO 27001
- Multi-site or international corporate experience
- Background in defense tech, aerospace, advanced manufacturing, or automotive
