Who we are

Helsing is a defence AI company. Our mission is to protect our democracies. We aim to achieve technological leadership, so that open societies can continue to make sovereign decisions and control their ethical standards.

As democracies, we believe we have a special responsibility to be thoughtful about the development and deployment of powerful technologies like AI. We take this responsibility seriously.

We are an ambitious and committed team of engineers, AI specialists and customer-facing programme managers. We are looking for mission-driven people to join our European teams – and apply their skills to solve the most complex and impactful problems. We embrace an open and transparent culture that welcomes healthy debates on the use of technology in defence, its benefits, and its ethical implications.

The role

Being an integrated element of Production Quality, you as a Quality Inspector in Helsings Production environment are responsible for Quality Assurance Gate application and Conformity verifications along our Product value stream. You work in close relation with our production team and other Quality functions to secure product conformity, safety and quality to the applied specifications and satisfaction of our customers.

The day-to-day

Execution of in-process, sub-assembly, and final product acceptance inspections (when needed) to verify strict compliance against engineering drawings, technical specifications, workmanship quality, and applicable standards

Conduct comprehensive dimensional and documentation reviews when needed, verifying that all technical parameters, drawing criteria, and specifications are fully adhered to

Drive and execute First Article Inspections (FAI) when required, alongside active support for production line readiness and Quality Gates to ensure defects are identified and resolved before final assembly

Identification and documentation of quality defects, including the initiation of Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), assignment of NCR owners, and the immediate execution of suspect material containment

Active support for quality investigations, root-cause analyses, and special inspections to resolve technical non-conformances and prevent recurrence

Verification of End-of-Line (EOL) quality and execution of Passport Signoffs, ensuring the complete and compliant generation and archival of all quality records

Management and monitoring of tools and equipment calibration, ensuring ongoing measurement integrity, traceability, and inspection readiness in the operational area

You should apply if you

Can show up with a professional education in electronics, mechanics or mechatronics with min. 5 years of quality assurance experience in electronics, machinery or plant engineering, automotive or aerospace

Demonstrate applied and proven experience on inspection methods (GVI / DVI) or via the use of test / measurement equipment, a good understanding of special processes is of advantage

Have the capability to read, understand, and apply technical documents ( Engineering drawings / Inspection procedures / industry Norms ) and experience in maintaining IT Software applications like MS Office, QA SW if applicable. SAP experience is of advantage.

Can work independently as well in a team and subordinate him/herself with the ability to assert oneself and respect other positions

Maintain a process oriented attitude and mindset with flexibility and creativity to achieve given goals

Carry good communication skills in English and German

Are willing to work in a two-shift system

Note: We operate in an industry where women, as well as other minority groups, are systematically under-represented. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all the listed qualifications; ability and impact cannot be summarised in a few bullet points.

Join Helsing and work with world-leading experts in their fields

Helsing’s work is important. You’ll be directly contributing to the protection of democratic countries while balancing both ethical and geopolitical concerns