Quality Manager

Welcome to SSC – Swedish Space Corporation, the perfect workplace for those passionate about technology in general and space in particular.

With space organizations, research institutes, institutional and commercial actors as customers, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications, space consulting

services, rocket and balloon systems, flight test services, satellite propulsion systems, and much more.

SSC also has one of the world’s largest global networks of ground stations for satellite communications. We own and operate the Esrange Space Center in Kiruna,

northern Sweden, with the aim of launching satellites in the near future.

Are you fueled by a passion for people and the ambition to create an awesome workplace?
Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with us to help Earth benefit from space?

If you answer yes to these questions, we invite you to seize the opportunity to make a significant impact as Quality Manager. We are looking for a dedicated person who shares our core values of Customer passion, Care, Collaboration, Curiosity, and Courage.

YOUR ROLE

As Quality Manager at Orbital Launch & Rocket Tests (OLRT) you will build and develop our quality work, quality processes, quality policy, and alignment against SSCs global management system, GMS, together with SSC head of quality. Main goal is to maintain high level and compliance with quality standards for our deliverables and daily work within organization and projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build, tailor, lead, implement and maintain quality work and audits, quality processes and other related needs within OLRT.

• Supporting management and OLRT on quality matters.

• Monitoring of development regarding quality standards etc. within OLRT.

• Perform constant quality improvements within OLRT.

• Working with development of OLRT according to requirements in ISO 9001 and SSC strategy.

• Aligning SSCs processes to create efficient ways of working within OLRT regarding quality.

• Development of quality governance within the division.

• Representing OLRT in escalating quality matters with customers

• Development of internal quality related procedures.

• Training OLRT staff in quality methods and procedures when needed.

WHO YOU ARE

We seek a senior Quality Manager with a passion for development and people. We see that experiences and abilities from the general technical industry is equally valuable as experiences from the space industry.

You will be the quality resource at our division that will support us in developing and building our quality processes from start. Your experience will help prioritize efforts, focusing on scalable, reliable solutions while avoiding unnecessary complexities and risks.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering or equivalent work experience.

• Extended knowledge of quality management systems.

• Good knowledge of quality standards ISO9001, ISO14001 & ISO45001.

• 5-10 years of experience as a quality manager or otherwise equal positions.

• Experience of internal and external audits within quality.

• Experience of working in a larger organization.

• Effective operational proficiency in the English language - High level of spoken and written English.

• Solution focused and proactive mindset.

• Effective communication skills.

• Relation builder and networker, a good team player.

Additional requirements:

• Effective operational proficiency in the Swedish language - High level of spoken and written Swedish.

• Experiences working with Risk Management.

• Valid B driver’s license

• Swedish citizenship is an advantage but not a must.

WE OFFER YOU

• A unique opportunity to contribute to a wide range of projects and play an active role in both the Swedish and international space industry.

• An excellent opportunity for personal and career development.

• An exciting, international workplace characterized by an open atmosphere and proud employees all over the world.

Additional benefits

• In addition to vacation and traditional public holidays, we offer extra paid leave throughout the year, such as time off between Christmas and New Year, Ascension Day, amounting to 6-11 extra days depending on the calendar.

• Wellness allowance of SEK 5,000 per year.

• Health benefits such as voluntary health insurance and regular health checks for eligeble employees.

• Access to a benefit bike through a tax-efficient leasing program.

• Support for employee-driven activities that promote connection, health, and culture across teams.

• Collective Agreement, including good pensions plans, parental pay and insurance.

LOCATION

This is permanent position with 40 hours/week, located at Solna or Kiruna/Esrange.

FURTHER INFORMATION

For questions regarding the position, you are welcome to contact:
Mauricio Espinosa, Project Office Manager: +46761278485

For questions regarding employment terms or union-related matters, you are welcome to contact our union representatives:
Sveriges Ingenjörer: SverigesIngenjorer-AF@sscspace.com
Unionen: unionen@sscspace.com

NEXT STEP

If this opportunity sparks your interest, don’t wait to apply! Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, and interviews will be conducted continuously. We kindly ask you to submit your CV when applying. While you are welcome to include a brief personal note or letter, our evaluation will primarily focus on your skills and qualifications as outlined in your CV, ensuring a fair and unbiased recruitment process.

Please note that the job advertisement may close earlier than the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of applications. This allows us to ensure a fair and efficient recruitment process and give each application the attention it deserves.

This is a security-classified position and will require a background check prior to employment.

Kindly note that due to the summer period, we will start reviewing applications after August 12th.

WE HELP EARTH BENEFIT FROM SPACE

Swedish Space Corporation (SSC) is a leading global provider of advanced space services, with more than 50 years of experience. We help space organizations, research institutes, commercial and institutional actors from all over the world to get access to space.

With local presence on all continents and about 700 committed employees, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications and satellite control services, spacecraft operations, rocket and balloon systems, launch services and flight test services, as well as engineering, operations and consultancy services for space missions.

We help Earth benefit from Space. Learn more at sscspace.com