Quality Specialist

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.

Protected Mobility is responsible for the sales, supply and delivery of new vehicles and vehicle systems. We are well positioned to offer our vehicle fleet to various end users through European programs, such as the Common Armoured Vehicle System (CAVS) program.

We are now searching for a

Quality Specialist

to join our team in Valmiera.

Responsibilities:

• Participation in the development and maintenance of documentation of the company's quality management system;

• Supporting the quality manager in maintaining the company's quality processes;

• Carrying out risk analysis, monitoring and improvement of production processes and non-compliances;

• Communication with suppliers and representatives of the parent company in case of problem situations;

• Quality control in production processes and for the finished product;

• Participation in internal and external audits;

• Going on work-related trips both in Latvia and abroad.

Requirements for a quality specialist:

• Higher or specialized education in engineering, quality management or a similar field;

• At least 2 years of experience in a similar position, preferably in a manufacturing company;

• Good MS Office user skills - Word, Excel, PowerPoint;

• Good skills in the preparation of reports, summaries and statistics;

• Excellent knowledge of Latvian, good knowledge of English;

• Good communication abilities, skills to plan and organize their daily work life.

The following will be considered as an advantage:

• Previous experience in working with certifications (ISO, etc.);

• Experience with the preparation of quality documentation (protocols, procedures, instructions);

• Certificates and training in quality management or the environment (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.);

• Ability to read technical drawings.

We offer:

• Stable salary - 2300 EUR/gross;

• Interesting, responsible and dynamic work;

• Social guarantees and good working conditions ;

• Work events / team building activities;

• The resources necessary for the work;

• Necessary professional training, work input and team support;

• Full-time work in Valmiera, Meistaru street 4.

Would you like to be part of our story?

You can submit your application through our recruitment system. Please apply by 12.7.2026. 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 our recruiter Sari Rantanen

✉️[email protected]

By sending the application, you agree that SIA "Defence Partnership Latvia" has the right to process the personal data referred to in your application document within the framework of the selection process.

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.