Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer 

Salary: £37,000–£43,000 per annum + Performance Bonus 

About the Role

An established precision engineering manufacturer serving the aerospace and defence sectors is seeking a proactive and technically capable Quality Engineer to support New Product Introduction (NPI) and ongoing product quality across its manufacturing operations.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business where quality, innovation and continuous improvement are central to success. Working closely with Manufacturing, Engineering and Production teams, you will play a key role in ensuring products meet customer, regulatory and internal quality requirements from initial development through to production.

Key Responsibilities

• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, ensuring quality requirements are embedded throughout the product lifecycle.
• Conduct and review First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) in accordance with customer and industry standards.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications and customer requirements to verify product conformity.
• Investigate non-conformances, identify root causes and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Manage Material Review Board (MRB) activities and support concession and deviation requests.
• Carry out inspections using a variety of measurement equipment, including:
  • Conventional hand measuring equipment
  • Keyence optical measurement systems
  • Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM)
• Work collaboratively with Production and Engineering teams to resolve quality issues and reduce manufacturing defects.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years' experience as a Quality Engineer or in a similar quality role within a manufacturing environment.
• Alternatively, a time-served Quality Inspector with strong technical knowledge looking to progress into an engineering role.
• Ability to confidently read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T and technical specifications.
• Experience within precision engineering, aerospace, defence or another highly regulated manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Integrated Management Systems (IMS).
• Practical experience of:
  • First Article Inspection (FAIR)
  • Non-conformance management
  • Material Review Board (MRB) processes
  • Concession and deviation management
  • Root cause analysis and corrective actions

Desirable

• Working knowledge of AS9100 and aerospace quality requirements.
• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) programmes.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Internal auditing experience.

Health, Safety & Quality

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to maintaining the highest standards of health, safety and quality by:

• Working safely at all times.
• Complying with all Health & Safety procedures and company policies.
• Supporting and maintaining established 5S workplace standards.
• Promoting a culture of quality, continuous improvement and operational excellence.