Hardware Quality Control Inspector

Hardware Quality Control Inspector

📍 Tres Cantos, Madrid

At Morgan Philips, we are partnering with our client Thales Alenia Space, a global leader in the space industry, to recruit a Hardware Quality Control Inspector.

This is an excellent opportunity for a quality-oriented professional who will contribute to ensuring that products, components and equipment meet the demanding quality standards required within the space industry.

The successful candidate will support quality inspection, verification and product conformity activities, working closely with Manufacturing, Engineering and Quality teams to ensure compliance with customer requirements, internal procedures and applicable space standards.

The Opportunity

As Hardware Quality Control Inspector, you will be responsible for carrying out inspection, analysis and acceptance activities for products manufactured by Thales Alenia Space in Spain.

You will play a key role in ensuring product conformity throughout the manufacturing process, verifying that all products and components comply with established quality requirements before delivery.

The role requires a methodical and detail-oriented professional capable of working within a highly regulated environment where product reliability and quality are critical to mission success.

This position offers the opportunity to develop your career within one of the leading companies in the global space industry while working with advanced technologies and international projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform quality inspections on products manufactured by Thales Alenia Space Spain, as well as purchased and subcontracted products and components.
• Verify and approve the manufacturing configuration applicable to each product.
• Prepare the corresponding quality documentation and product delivery reports.
• Monitor and control the quality performance of subcontractors and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with applicable quality standards, internal procedures and company processes.
• Identify quality issues, support corrective actions and help prevent the recurrence of non-conformities.
• Collaborate in the continuous improvement of manufacturing processes and quality procedures.
• Contribute to the update and maintenance of quality standards and associated documentation.
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering and Quality departments to ensure product conformity.
• Carry out occasional visits to customer or subcontractor facilities when required.

Your Background

We are looking for a quality-focused professional with a technical mindset and a strong willingness to learn and develop within the space sector.

• Professional experience between 1 and 3 years in Quality, Manufacturing, Production, Testing or Design environments.
• Previous experience in Manufacturing or Design departments will be highly valued.
• Knowledge of hardware inspection activities and electronic products would be an advantage.
• Understanding of technical aspects related to electronic equipment and assemblies.
• Knowledge of European Space Agency (ESA) quality standards for Software and Hardware projects will be highly valued.
• Familiarity with Quality Management System documentation and Quality Assurance activities would be considered a plus.
• Ability to quickly learn and use electronic tools and manufacturing systems such as MRP platforms.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Customer-oriented attitude and commitment to quality excellence.
• Spanish is mandatory.
• Working knowledge of English is required.
• Knowledge of French and/or Italian would be considered an advantage.

Candidates from sectors such as space, aerospace, defence, electronics manufacturing, telecommunications or other highly regulated technical environments may also be relevant when they bring experience in quality inspection or manufacturing activities.

What Will Make You Successful

• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Methodical and structured approach to work.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow procedures while maintaining a continuous improvement mindset.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn new technologies and processes.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to product excellence and customer satisfaction.
• Proactive attitude and strong sense of responsibility.
• Adaptability within dynamic and technically demanding environments.
• Ability to work with accuracy under quality-critical conditions.

Why Join Thales Alenia Space?

Thales Alenia Space is a Joint Venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), delivering advanced space solutions for more than 40 years across telecommunications, navigation, Earth observation, environmental management, exploration, science and orbital infrastructures.

Joining the company means becoming part of a global organization at the forefront of technological innovation, supporting missions that help connect, protect, observe and explore our world and beyond.

The successful candidate will benefit from:

• Flexible working schedule.
• Free and healthy on-site canteen.
• Access to Thales Concilia employee benefits programme.
• Exclusive discounts through Club Ahorro.
• 22 working days of annual leave, plus 6 personal days and additional company closure days during Christmas and Easter.
• Thales Flex flexible compensation programme.
• Annual bonus.
• Fixed profit-sharing bonus.
• Employee share ownership programme (Sharing Thales).
• Pension plan with company contributions.
• Wellness initiatives and access to company clubs.
• Medical and physiotherapy services at the workplace.
• Individual learning and development opportunities.
• Inclusive, respectful and collaborative working environment.
• Long-term career development opportunities within an international space leader.

At Thales Alenia Space, we provide careers and not only jobs. With approximately 8,900 employees across 10 countries and 17 sites in Europe, the company offers outstanding opportunities for professional development within one of the most innovative industries in the world.

If you are passionate about quality, technology and advanced engineering products, and you are looking to develop your career within the space sector, we would like to hear from you.

Great journeys start here. Apply now. 🚀