Who we are? Tier 1 to the world’s leading industry manufacturers (Airbus, BAE Systems, Boeing, Bombardier, Dassault Aviation, Embraer, Honda Aircraft Company, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon Technologies, Thales), Latecoere serves aerospace with innovative solutions for a sustainable world. The Group operates in all segments of the aerospace industry (commercial, regional, business, defense and space) in two business areas: Aerostructures (doors, fuselage, wings and empennage, struts & rods) and Interconnection Systems (wiring, avionic racks, onboard equipment, electronic systems). As of 2025, the Group employed 5,400 people in 14 countries. So, do you see yourself in the Group’s core values: Boldness, Excellence and Commitment? Are you keen to take on exciting challenges? You are welcome to apply for LATECOERE BULGARIA, Radinovo village, for the role of:

Quality engineer

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the quality and process improvement in the production;
• Responsible for the standards and procedures implementation;
• Pilot the non-conformity mitigation plan;
• Update and communicate the metrics linked to the quality and non-quality cost;
• Use of the necessary quality tools to solve issue (8D/9S, Root cause analyses, PFMEA…);
• Perform internal audit on products/process;
• Conduct, perform and approve the FAI (First Article Inspection);
• Ensure the management of FOD (Foreign Objects Damage) in the productions;
• Maintains Non-Conformity Report (NCR);
• Maintains the quality database;
• Prepares regular quality reports;
• Organizes and follows action plans for problem solving, containment and corrective actions;
• Maintains control plan/s;
• Active in Continuous improvement initiatives on site.

Requirements:

• Engineering Degree – technical background;
• At least 2 years of experience in a production environment;
• Computer literacy - MS Office - Excel and Power Point;
• Flexibility regarding the working shifts (early, day and late shift)
• Good command of English language;
• Knowledge on quality management systems - ISO 9001, EN 9100;
• Knowledge of quality tools for problem solving (A3 report/8D report, Ishikawa);
• Internal auditor qualification – considered as an advantage;
• FAI (First Article Inspection) experience considered as an advantage;
• Knowledge of French language will be considered an advantage;
• Self-disciplined and able to carry out detailed work with minimum supervision;
• Excellent and proven communication skills and ability to establish strong relationships within and outside the company based on trust, confidentiality, and integrity;
• Proactive problem solver;
• A dynamic performer;
• Quick learners, proactive, ready to work on their own and in a team;
• Ability to work under pressure.

We offer:

• Excellent working conditions and possibility to be part of and develop professionally in a company that meets the highest working standards in the aviation industry;
• A competitive compensation and benefits package;
• Gift vouchers for personal events;
• 102.26 EUR food vouchers;
• A 2.60 EUR per day individual food subsidy to the factory canteen;
• Additional health insurance with dental care included;
• Additional up to 3 days holiday between holidays in the calendar year;
• Team events;
• Transportation from Plovdiv and Pazardzhik to our location in the village of Radinovo;
• Transport allowance for living outside the organized transport route;
• Work in an energetic and motivated team of professionals;
• Professional development opportunities and unique opportunity to grow in an international environment.

#WeAreLatecoere: the diversity of our teams is a strength. As a responsible employer, Latecoere encourages an inclusive work environment and is committed to equal opportunities for all candidates, without restriction. All of our jobs address the challenges of innovation and sustainable development. Join us to boost your career and contribute to our purpose: to serve aerospace with innovative solutions for a sustainable world. Please be aware that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. All data provided by you is protected under EU law and GDPR regulation and will only be used for the purposes of this recruitment.

Good luck!