About the Role 

Frankenburg builds next-generation defence missile systems for the free world and is scaling fast across Europe. We are seeking a hands-on Quality Lead to establish and oversee quality assurance systems across our expanding international operations. You'll have a chance to build the processes from the ground up and define how quality is embedded at every stage of our product and production lifecycle.

This high-impact role is both strategic and operational — from developing quality assurance policies to ensuring that our products and processes consistently meet regulatory, industry, and customer standards. As a Quality Lead, you'll play a critical role in ensuring production reliability, driving process improvements, and promoting a strong quality culture.

Key Responsibilities 

• Quality Assurance Management
  Design, implement, and maintain quality assurance systems, policies, and procedures across all stages of product development and manufacturing.
• Audit and Compliance
  Lead internal and external audits to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements, customer expectations, and company standards.
• Documentation and Reporting
  Maintain quality records, reports, and performance metrics to provide insights to senior leadership.
• Team Collaboration
  Work closely with engineering, production, and supply chain teams to manage quality risks and implement corrective and preventive actions. 
• Product Lifecycle Support
  Contribute to quality oversight in new product introductions, design modifications, and failure investigations throughout the product lifecycle.
• Supplier Oversight
  Monitor and assess supplier performance, conduct audits, and resolve quality issues with components and materials. 

We Would Love You to Have

• Educational Background 
  Bachelor’s degree in Quality Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience
  At least 3 years of experience in quality assurance roles, with a background in manufacturing for aerospace or defence preferred. 
• Technical Skills
  Strong knowledge of quality standards (e.g. ISO 9001, AS 9100) and regulatory requirements. Proficiency in root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies (e.g. 8D, FMEA, CAPA). 
• Soft Skills
  Solution-oriented mindset, excellent communication, and keen attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines. 
• Mission Alignment
  Strong alignment with our mission to build affordable and mass-manufacturable defence technologies — ensuring every euro spent moves us closer to our goal. 
• Security Clearance
  Willingness to undergo a background check as a condition of employment. 
• Open to Relocate
  Willingness to relocate to Tallinn or Riga.

What We Offer 

• Mission-Driven Purpose
  We exist to protect the free world by building affordable and scalable defence solutions that make a difference. 
• Dynamic International Team
  We are talented, adaptable, and self-driven professionals with fresh perspectives and extensive expertise.
• Inspirational Leadership
  We provide opportunity to learn from experienced industry leaders who mentor and guide innovation in defence technology. 
• Results Over Status
  We create real impact through rolling up our sleeves, delivering tangible progress, and moving our mission forward. 
• High Trust, High Standards
  We take responsibility, make no excuses, and maintain the highest quality in everything from cost-saving measures to on-time project completion. 
• Growth Mindset
  We invest in ourselves, stay ahead of industry trends, and adopt new skills to build superior solutions faster and better.

Ready to Make a Real Impact?

Apply now! The deadline is August 27th, 2025 but we review applications and reach out to qualified candidates continuously.