At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead quality engineering initiatives and drive excellence in a dynamic aerospace environment.
- Company: Join a leading defence and aerospace organisation in Bedfordshire.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 4-day work week, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Exciting career development opportunities in a supportive team culture.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in quality assurance while working on innovative aerospace projects.
- Qualifications: Experience in quality engineering and strong problem-solving skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 70000 £ per year.
Quality Engineering Lead
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 Location: Ampthill, Bedfordshire Contract: Permanent Hours: 37.5 Hrs | 4x Day Working Week (Mon–Thu) Security Clearance: BPSS required to start
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quality Engineering Lead to join a leading defence and aerospace organisation based in Ampthill, Bedfordshire.
Working within the Missiles & Fire Control business, you'll lead the Quality Engineering function, driving quality excellence across multiple business areas while supporting New Product Introduction (NPI), continuous improvement initiatives, and the development of a high-performing Quality Engineering team.
Key Responsibilities
- Own the New Product Introduction (NPI) process for Quality.
- Functionally manage the Quality Engineers across both business areas.
• Own and maintain the Quality Engineering command media, including
- Non-conformance processes
- Control Plans
- Quarantine processes
- Ensure quality processes are regularly reviewed and updated.
- Develop the capability of the Quality Engineering team by identifying and delivering training.
- Act as the focal point for Quality Engineering metric corrective actions arising from reviews.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline and improve quality processes.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Significant experience in a Quality Engineering role within manufacturing, aerospace, defence, or another highly regulated industry.
- Quality Management Systems (QMS) - Strong
- Quality Assurance methodologies - Strong
- Root Cause Analysis (RCCA) - Strong
- Problem‑solving techniques - Strong
- Quality investigations - Lead
- Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) - Lead
- Root Cause Analysis activities - Lead
- Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and product lifecycle quality activities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
- Highly analytical with a process‑driven approach and strong decision‑making skills.
- Experience developing, maintaining, and improving quality processes and documentation.
- Demonstrated success delivering continuous improvement initiatives and measurable business improvements.
Desirable Experience
- Defence or Aerospace industry experience.
- Knowledge of SAP or similar ERP systems.
- Lean Practitioner, Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt, or equivalent Continuous Improvement qualification.
- Lead Auditor or Internal Auditor qualification.
- Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or a related discipline.
- Security Clearance
This position requires Security Check (SC) clearance, with BPSS clearance required prior to starting.
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