Production Quality Engineer at Flyability in Paudex, Vaud, Switzerland

Do you want to dive in the fast-growing industry of drones and get a rewarding experience in a dynamic scale-up environment?

At Flyability, we believe that robots should be sent into hazardous places and dangerous environments instead of humans. To support our belief, we created Elios, the world’s first collision-tolerant flying robot that can safely enter, survey, and inspect confined spaces so that people don’t have to. With more than 150 employees and 1’500 customers, Flyability is the market leader in the UAS indoor inspection industry. Joining Flyability is not just taking on a new job; it is seizing the opportunity to improve the lives of millions of people and contribute to the future of robotics.

To complete our creative and dynamic team in Lausanne, we are seeking a

Production Quality Engineer (100%)

Starting date: as soon as possible

We are looking for a skilled, hands-on, and detail-oriented Production Quality Engineer to join our Operations team. Reporting to the Head of Quality, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our components and products meet the highest quality standards throughout the whole lifecycle. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute directly to product excellence, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction within a dynamic and innovative environment.

Your role:

As a Production Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for identifying and resolving quality issues across the production line, from daily debugging to root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Working directly on the shop floor, you will work closely with Production and Methods, but also Product Life Management (PLM) and R&D teams to drive product and process improvements. Ultimately, you will contribute to reducing failures and continuously enhancing the reliability and quality of our products.

As a key quality referent on the shop floor, you will support production teams, capitalize on failure knowledge, and ensure effective resolution of recurring issues.

The role requires a practical, flexible approach and a strong ability to adapt to shifting priorities.

What you will own:

• Conduct root cause analysis using structured problem-solving methods (5 Why, Ishikawa, Pareto, etc.) and implement corrective/preventive actions to improve the reliability of the products
• Support daily production line debug activities to ensure drones and subassemblies meet quality standards and production targets
• Propose and participate in continuous improvements initiatives both internally and externally to increase the quality and the product, focused on yield, efficiency, reliability, and process stability
• Monitor quality production KPIs and quality metrics such as defect rates, rework, scrap, etc, …
• Collaborate closely with the Method, PLM and R&D departments to validate and implement Product/Process changes and improvements
• Participate in the implementation of new testing methods or equipments in the production area
• Perform in-process inspections and final quality checks on mechanical, electrical, and electronic assemblies
• Participate in the root cause analysis of customer’s return parts.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and document quality issues in the ERP/CRM (Odoo)
• Collaborate with operators and technicians to provide practical quality support and promote best manufacturing practices
• Promote a quality-first mindset and act as an ambassador across operations

Your profile:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (electronics, mechatronics or similar)
• First experience in Quality or in a manufacturing environment (TQ1/TQ2 certification is a plus)
• Strong understanding of electronic components and systems (PCBAs, sensors, etc.)
• Fluent in French and English
• Ability to work with digital tools and new technologies (Office Suite, vibe coding, AI assistant, etc.)
• Analytical and solution-oriented mindset
• Responsible, autonomous, and rigorous, with a flexible and team-spirit working style
• Curious and eager to learn new concepts, skills, and tools to enhance performance and efficiency

Flyability is a Swiss company with over 10 years of experience that values independent thinking combined with a collaborative spirit. Every day, you will have the opportunity to share your ideas and contribute to solving problems. We all work together, and each voice is considered as we collaborate to achieve our goals.

Ready to join?

We know the confidence gap and impostor syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don't hesitate to apply —regardless of your past experience or resume, we'd love to hear from you.

Perks & Benefits You'll Love:

• Enjoy 25 vacation days per year, plus all public holidays to recharge and explore
• Additional days off are granted based on your seniority with us, up to 5 days
• Stay secure with comprehensive accident insurance covering medical treatments and hospitalization
• Work your way with flexible schedules
• Boost your well-being with discounts on gym memberships and sports events
• Access exclusive benefits through Swibeco, our platform that offers discounts and rewards at a wide range of retailers and services.
• Connect with your team at exciting events like our ski weekend, summer barbecue, and after-work gatherings
• … and so much more! Apply now to discover all we have to offer.