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About the Role

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Manufacturing Quality Engineer Lead to oversee the implementation of our quality management systems and drive process design and improvements. This role combines engineering expertise with leadership skills to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve sustainability in our manufacturing operations. You will lead a small team of quality technicians, while also working closely with cross-functional teams including product design engineers, manufacturing personnel, test/maintenance teams, and supply chain. In addition to process improvement, you’ll remain actively engaged in hands-on quality inspection and troubleshooting, ensuring a strong foundation of knowledge about our parts and products. This role will appeal to individuals who enjoy both strategic problem-solving and mentoring others.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage comprehensive quality systems, including standards for incoming inspections and ongoing production performance.
Optimize manufacturing processes from inception to validation by leading Lean KAIZEN events, performing gap analyses, and establishing cross-functional feedback loops.
Execute hands-on inspections and troubleshooting to resolve supplier and in-line quality failures, while managing nonconforming materials (MRB) and vendor audit processes.
Drive continuous improvement by monitoring quality metrics, leading management reviews, and communicating performance through detailed dashboards.
Provide daily production quality support and lead risk assessments (FMEA) to ensure robust documentation and improved product reliability.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
6+ years of experience in quality engineering, quality assurance, or manufacturing operations, of which 2+ years is of hands-on experience as a quality technician.
Mechanical aptitude and experience working in manufacturing environments.
Familiarity with OSHA health and safety regulations.
Working knowledge of ISO9001, AS9100, or similar quality systems (implementation and audit experience preferred).
Ability to write and update inspection guides and standard operating procedures.
Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to communicate quality issues effectively.
Skilled in reading and interpreting mechanical drawings.
Proficient with basic and precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, drop gauges, etc.).
Exceptional knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and 5S.
Proficiency in using Google Docs, Sheets, and other standard documentation tools.

Skills

Lean KAIZEN events
Gap analyses
Nonconforming materials (MRB) management
Vendor audit processes
Risk assessments (FMEA)
Lean Manufacturing principles
5S
Google Docs
Google Sheets

Location

Berlin

Work Type

Full-time
In-office

Experience Level

6+ years of experience in quality engineering, quality assurance, or manufacturing operations
2+ years of hands-on experience as a quality technician

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits

Paid time off including vacation, holidays and company-wide days off
Employee Wellness Program
Home Office Reimbursement
Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
Equity
Volunteering Paid Time Off

About the Company

Planet designs, builds, and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history.
This constellation delivers an unprecedented dataset of empirical information via a revolutionary cloud-based platform to authoritative figures in commercial, environmental, and humanitarian sectors.
We are both a space company and data company all rolled into one.
Customers and users across the globe use Planet's data to develop new technologies, drive revenue, power research, and solve our world’s toughest obstacles.
As we control every component of hardware design, manufacturing, data processing, and software engineering, our office is a truly inspiring mix of experts from a variety of domains.
We have a people-centric approach toward culture and community and we strive to iterate in a way that puts our team members first and prepares our company for growth.
Join Planet and be a part of our mission to change the way people see the world.
Planet is a global company with employees working remotely world wide and joining us from offices in San Francisco, Washington DC, Germany, Austria, Slovenia, and The Netherlands.

Equal Opportunity

Planet is committed to building a community where everyone belongs and we invite people from all backgrounds to apply.
Planet is an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.