
Quality Assurance Specialist
Key Skills
Job Description
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 organising risk assessment management and willing to travel up to 10%.
N.B. Don't worry if you don't tick every box. Our mission is a journey, and there's plenty to learn along the way. If most of this fits, we'd love to hear from you.
A Certificate of Conduct (VOG) and a background check are part of our screening process. We appreciate your understanding.
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 technology leader in tracking and classifying small objects. Our radars and software help prevent bird strikes in aviation, reduce the impact of wind farms on wildlife, and protect critical infrastructure from drone threats. Our work shows up at airports, wind farms, military sites and nature reserves 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.
Core Responsibilities
You will own the quality, reliability, and regulatory compliance of advanced radar systems by developing quality plans and maintaining the QMS. You will also lead cross-departmental improvement initiatives and oversee supplier audits to ensure product excellence.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a university degree in Engineering or Quality Management and possess over 10 years of progressive experience in manufacturing quality assurance. Proficiency in ISO 9001, Lean Six Sigma, and structured analytical methodologies is required.
Benefits
- Great Place to Work certified company
- Comprehensive pension plan
- Commuting allowance
- 30 days of paid holiday leave
- Training and certifications
- High quality equipment
- International team
- Social events
About Robin Radar
Industry: Defense and Space Manufacturing
Company size: 51-200 employees
We’re Robin Radar Systems, and we have you covered. Robin is a Netherlands-based technology leader in bird and drone radar. Our mission is to provide actionable information that increases safety, for humans and wildlife alike. Our systems are built for accuracy, delivering 360° coverage and early warnings. They empower teams in aviation, ecology, defence and security with reliable updates and alerts of potential hazards. We do that by combining cutting-edge hardware with smart software. Our technologies may be ahead of the pack, but our people make us great. Looking for an innovative adventure that spans the globe? Join ours! https://www.robinradar.com/careers Bird Strike Prevention in Aviation Our bird radar systems monitor and store bird movements around the clock. With MAX, you get 3D, 360° awareness, 365 days a year. As well as bringing awareness to a whole new level, our radars provide key insights, like data trends and activity hotspots, to assess and strengthen strategies and KPIs. Bird Monitoring at Wind Farms Increasingly, permits to build wind farms are given under the pre-condition that bird movements are continuously monitored before, during and after construction. Our 3D avian radars simultaneously detect and log thousands of birds and bats, providing extensive reporting for your wind farm’s smooth development and operation. MAX can even detect the beginning of mass migrations and, if needed, trigger the temporary shutdown of single or groups of turbines. Protect wildlife, minimise downtime. Drone Detection in Critical Environments Small Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) or ‘drones’ bring new opportunities, but also severe safety and security threats. We believe advanced detection is your first line of defence, so our systems are deployable, integrate seamlessly, and provide 360° coverage, even on the move. Our purpose-built drone detection radar, IRIS, can detect, track, and automatically distinguish birds from drones.