Quality Assurance Specialist

The role

You will own the quality, reliability, and regulatory compliance of advanced radar systems. You will develop quality plans, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and oversee testing and supplier audits.

What you will do

• Maintain the Quality Management System by developing processes, SOPs, and quality control plans.
• Establish component acceptance criteria for regulatory compliance.
• Lead cross-departmental and supplier quality improvement initiatives using methodologies like 8D, DMAIC, 5 Whys, and FMEA.
• Analyse defect trends and verify effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions.
• Oversee functional and system-level testing, calibration protocols, and data integrity.
• Act as the voice of customer quality during design and procurement reviews.
• Evaluate technical drawings, product specifications, and documentation.
• Manage supplier qualification, perform supplier audits, and oversee incoming goods inspections.
• Verify testing logs and material certificates.
• Develop and monitor metrics for failure rates, defects, or software bugs.

Required qualifications

• University degree (BA, MSc, or MBA) in Quality Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in quality assurance, auditing, or quality control within manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and QMS governance.
• Proficient with quality management systems and data analysis tools.
• Proven project management skills and structured analytical thinking in complex environments.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills across international, diverse backgrounds.
• Proactive team player.
• Demonstrated leadership ability in organizing risk assessment management.
• Willing to travel up to 10%.

Nice to have

• Experience in Lean strategies, ideally backed by a Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification.
• Basic Dutch considered an asset.

Benefits

• Working for a Great Place to Work® certified company
• Comprehensive pension plan
• Commuting allowance
• 30 days of paid holiday leave (with the possibility to buy 3 additional days)
• Opportunities to develop your skills even further through training and certifications
• High quality laptop/desktop, monitor, headphones, and any other equipment necessary for your role
• An international team of 30+ nationalities
• Social events and Friday drinks

About the company

Robin Radar is a defence technology leader in detecting, tracking and classifying drones and other small airborne objects. They are one of the top 10 fastest-growing companies in the Netherlands.