Patria is a workplace where you build common security. At Patria, ordinary people solve extraordinary challenges. When it comes to critical operations on land, sea and air, expertise is vital. Quality is in people – in each and every one of us. You make the difference.

Patria is a modern and international defence and technology company with over 100 years of experience. Through our top-notch experts and Protected Mobility, Defence and Weapon Systems and Sustainment Solutions business areas, we ensure reliable operations for our customers and serve as a partner in critical functions on land, sea and air – when if is not an option. Patria’s operating countries include Finland, Sweden, Norway, Latvia, Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, Poland, Slovakia and Japan. Read more www.patriagroup.com.

The F-35 Forward Fuselage Factory has been completed last year, and we need personnel for the factory’s production. You will have the opportunity to build something new in an international environment and contribute to securing Finland’s national security of supply.

We are looking for

Quality Engineer (F-35 Program)

to join F-35 FFA Manufacturing team in Halli, Jämsä.

In this role you support the production team by

• acting as the contact person in product quality matters between our production and customer’s quality team

• developing and maintaining quality assurance methods and tools

• participating as a quality representative in developing the production processes, tools and methods.

• training production people for quality procedures, methods and tools

You will be working together with the production team, as well as with our quality engineers and customer. In this role, you’ll get the chance to work in a fascinating new project and develop procedures and ways of working.

What kind of person are we looking for?

You are a team player who enjoys collaborating with different people. You have already experience in quality management/assurance and you understand the importance of accuracy and deadlines. This role is suitable for both an experienced quality professional and someone who is starting their career as an engineer.

We expect that you

• have some experience in quality management/assurance

• can use Finnish as a working language

• can produce documents in English as well as use English as a working language

• have a degree of B.Sc or M.Sc. or corresponding experience in appropriate engineering

• have detail orientated personality

• have good IT skills, for example experience on MFiles, PowerBI, ERP systems etc.

• have interest in improving ways of working

Experience of working in production or aviation industry is considered a plus, as well as familiarity with quality standards and audits.

We offer you

• International flagship project: Join our team as part of the globally significant F-35 fighter program.

• Technological leadership: The chance to participate in developing cutting-edge technological solutions in a unique project.

• International teamwork: Work in an inspiring environment within an international team.

• Professional development: Opportunities for continuous training and career growth.

• Comprehensive employee benefits: Including lunch and recreational benefits, annual bonus scheme, and extensive occupational health care.

Would you like to be part of our story?

You can submit your application through our recruitment system. Please apply by 4.10.2026. We review applications during the application period and selections will be made as soon as suitable candidates are found. Please note that we do not process applications sent by email.

For more information about the position, please contact: Sari Rantanen (absent on week 39)

📞 +358 504071231

✉️ ext-sari.rantanen@patriagroup.com

We will process your information confidentially. A standard security clearance and a drug test will be conducted for the selected candidate.

Why work with us?

1. Securing society: We are proud to advance national and international security. It requires a responsible attitude and excellence that guarantees reliability in all conditions

2. You have an impact: At Patria, you have an impact in the content of your work, career development, your clients’ and the whole company's success. You can be as good as you can ever be.

3. Focus on the essential: Do what you love and see the results of your work. You are crucial to us. We want you to be well and live a full life.

4. A great bunch of people: We work in innovative and energetic teams where smiling is allowed. We believe that the best results are achieved in a good atmosphere.