About the Position

Quality Control Technician - Mechanical

Athens, Greece

Role Highlights

Position: Quality Control Technician - Mechanical
Location: Athens, Greece
Department: Stock Management
Reports to: Manager, Stock Management
Employment Type: Permanent
Workplace Model: Office
Security Screening: Required (incl. SUPO, where necessary)

Why This Role Matters

This role is pivotal in ensuring that all hardware used in ICEYE satellite missions meets stringent quality standards throughout the product lifecycle. The Quality Control Technician conducts visual and mechanical inspections and quality checks to support the implementation of inspection plans, ensuring that all components and subsystems conform to requirements prior to shipment.

The role is embedded within the production and AIT environment, working closely with Production, AIT Engineering, Mission Assurance, and Supply Chain teams to identify defects early, prevent quality escapes, and maintain compliance with space-grade standards.

About the Company

ICEYE is the world leader in sovereign intelligence from space. We deliver persistent monitoring capabilities to detect and respond to changes in any location on Earth. Our advanced SAR (synthetic aperture radar) satellite constellation provides unmatched quality, latency, and revisit times, in any weather, day or night.

Founded and headquartered in Finland, ICEYE operates globally with over 1000 employees across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. We serve customers in defense and intelligence, environmental monitoring, insurance, and emergency management, enabling fast decisions that contribute to a safer future.

Responsibilities

Conduct visual and mechanical inspections and quality checks on mechanical, composite, and electronic parts, COTS items, and subsystems in accordance with inspection sheets and/or inspection plans.
Update material status in the ERP/MES system based on inspection results.
Report non-conformances (NCs), support root cause analysis (RCA) activities, and contribute to the implementation of corrective and preventive actions across production and the supply chain.
Prepare timely and accurate reports on outstanding issues related to inspected parts and subsystems.
Review and provide feedback on inspection sheets and/or control plans.
Maintain and follow quarantine and scrapping procedures.
Ensure inspection tools and equipment are properly calibrated and maintained.
Monitor inspection, logistics, production, storage, and laboratory environments to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
Contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives within the company.

Requirements

Must Haves:
- Degree or diploma in Mechanics, Quality Control, Manufacturing, or related field.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in quality control roles within aerospace, defense, or high-reliability manufacturing environments.
- Use of inspection tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges, torque tools).
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and inspection plans.
- Awareness of manufacturing and assembly processes.
- Knowledge of measurement principles and calibration requirements.
- Conversational level of spoken and written English.
Nice to Haves:
- Hands-on experience inspecting composite parts.
- Knowledge of composite manufacturing processes.

We Offer

Competitive base salary range dependent on experience.
Opportunity for continuous professional development and training.
A culture of collaboration, innovation, and fun.
Comprehensive benefits designed to support your health and wellbeing.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At ICEYE, we strive to create an environment where people feel included, respected, and able to speak up. We are committed to fair, inclusive hiring and equal opportunity. Everyone is welcome to apply. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know-we’ll do our best to help.

Application Process

Screening
Initial Interview
On-site Task
Final Interview

Apply now to start your ICEYE journey, and help us continue to make the impossible possible together. Read more about ICEYE and working with us at iceye.com.

Quality Control Technician - Mechanical

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