Quality Engineer
About KVE Composites
KVE is an advanced composite development factory, where skilled people build products and create business for the group. We are an autonomous unit within the Daher Group, strategically positioned in The Netherlands. Under one roof, we combine manufacturing with innovative composite product and process development. Our agile teams create composite solutions from concepts up to serial production, in close collaboration with our customers. We excel in advanced composite part production for defence and aerospace, with a focus on radomes, blades, and special products and are leaders in welding technology for thermoplastic composites. Our SME agility is backed by the stability and support of a large international company.
Our Mission
To be an advanced composite development factory, where skilled people build products and create business for the group.
Our Values
We work according to these principles:
Drive – Strong inner motivation to achieve goals with a proactive attitude.
Pragmatic – Focusing on solutions that are effective and realistic.
Innovative – Bringing original ideas that create or improve value.
Team Spirit – Working together in mutual trust and respect towards a common goal.
Responsible – Being reliable, accountable and committed to doing the right thing for the company, customers and society.
About the role
We are growing - and are looking for a Quality Engineer who is passionate about improving processes, ensuring product quality, and strengthening our quality systems in a high-tech environment. In this role, you will work across the full lifecycle — from development to production — ensuring that our products and processes meet the highest aerospace standards. You will play a key role in:
improving process reliability
solving quality issues at their root cause
and further developing our EN9100-based quality system
What you will do
Drive quality in development and production
Support Engineering and Production in all quality-related aspects
Ensure quality is embedded from design through manufacturing and testing
Contribute to robust and repeatable production processes
Problem solving & continuous improvement
Lead investigation of non-conformities and production issues
Perform root cause analysis and define corrective actions
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across departments
Quality system & procedures
Develop, implement and improve internal quality procedures
Maintain and support the EN9100 quality management system
Ensure processes are clearly defined and followed
Cross-functional collaboration
Work closely with Engineering, Production and Supply Chain
Act as a bridge between disciplines to improve overall quality
Support internal and external audits
What you bring
BSc / MSc / BEng in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science or similar
At least 5 years of experience in an industrial / manufacturing environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience with quality systems (EN9100 is a strong plus)
Affinity with composites, aerospace or high-tech production is an advantage
Strong communication skills and a proactive mindset
Proficiency in English and/or Dutch
Your route
In this role, you will develop into a key quality specialist within KVE, gaining in-depth knowledge of composite development and manufacturing processes. KVE will support your growth through:
hands-on experience across development and production
exposure to complex technical challenges
training and continuous professional development
Over time, you will play a central role in further improving and professionalising the organisation’s quality performance.
What you’ll get
A one-year contract (32-40 hours) with prospect to permanent employment
25 vacations days + 2 ATV days
A dynamic role in a high-tech, growing organisation
A collaborative and driven work environment
Personal development opportunity's
Travel allowens
Bike plan
Pension plan
Personal development opportunities
The opportunity to make a real impact on products and processes
Why join us?
At KVE, you will work on advanced composite products in a highly specialized aerospace environment, where quality is not just a requirement — but a key driver of success. Your work will directly contribute to:
improving process stability and first-time-right performance
reducing rework and inefficiencies
strengthening the professionalism and maturity of our organisation
You will be part of a collaborative team where your insights and improvements have a visible and lasting impact.
Ready for take-off?
Have you become enthusiastic by this position? Apply via our careers page and share your experience, projects and motivation — we’d love to hear what you’ve built, improved or solved. For further information about this vacancy please call
+31(0)70 307 47 10 and ask for our HR Manager, Dorien Dröge.
Third-party applications are not appreciated. Please note: We currently do not offer visa sponsorship or relocation for this role