About the role
Your next mission
Safeguard system integrity at the source – so every radar that leaves our factory performs when it counts.
As our Quality Assurance Specialist, you own the quality, reliability, and regulatory compliance of our advanced radar systems. You work side-by-side with Operations, Engineering, Procurement, and Service – developing quality plans, preventing defects before production handover, and driving corrective action when issues arise. You report to the Operational Excellence Manager, and you're a big part of why our customers can trust what we deliver.
What you'll do
- Quality planning and QMS governance: Maintain our Quality Management System (QMS) by continuously developing processes, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and quality control plans (QCPs). Establish clear component acceptance criteria to ensure standardised work and regulatory compliance across our operations.
- Continuous improvement and root cause analysis: Lead cross-departmental and supplier quality improvement initiatives using structured methodologies like 8D, DMAIC, 5 Whys, and FMEA. Analyse defect trends, eliminate recurring nonconformities, and verify the long-term effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions.
- Testing, validation and system integrity: Oversee functional and system-level testing, calibration protocols, and data integrity for advanced radar systems. Guarantee high reliability and compliance before final production handover to maintain product excellence.
- Technical review and CTQ alignment: Act as the voice of customer quality during design and procurement reviews. Evaluate technical drawings, product specifications, and documentation prior to supplier release to embed Critical to Quality (CTQ) parameters early.
- Supplier audits and material acceptance: Manage supplier qualification, perform regular supplier audits, and oversee incoming goods inspections. Verify testing logs and material certificates to enforce purchase order specifications and authorise component acceptance or rejection.
- Defect tracking and process maturity: Develop and monitor metrics that measure failure rates, defects, or software bugs across products and quality processes. Use this data to quantify product maturity and measure team progress over time.
What you bring
- 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.
- Experience in Lean strategies, ideally backed by a Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification.
- Proficient with quality management systems and data analysis tools for data-driven decision-making.
- Proven project management skills and structured analytical thinking in complex environments.
- Fluent English, both written and spoken, with basic Dutch considered an asset.
- Excellent communication and influencing skills across international, diverse backgrounds.
- A proactive team player at ease with internal colleagues (Operations, Engineering, Procurement) and external suppliers.
- Demonstrated leadership ability in organizing risk assessment management and willing to travel up to 10%.
What we offer
- 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, full of high performance colleagues you can exchange experiences with and learn from.
- As well as having a lot of fun in our social events and Friday drinks!
Robin Radar is a defence technology leader in detecting, tracking and classifying drones and other small airborne objects. Our radars and software protect military sites, borders and critical infrastructure from drone threats, and also help prevent bird strikes in aviation and reduce the impact of wind farms on wildlife. Our work shows up at defence and security sites, airports and wind farms around the world.
We're one of the top 10 fastest-growing companies in the Netherlands, with a crew of bright minds across 30+ nationalities. Growth doesn't mean we lose the plot – eyes on the skies, feet on the ground. Our values keep us grounded: WE TRUST. WE OWN IT. WE AIM HIGH.
Want to work on next-level radar tech, solve real problems, and never have to pretend your job has meaning?
You'll fit right in – we're saving you a seat.