Associate Process Quality Engineer in Wolverhampton

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Job Title

Associate Process Quality Engineer

Reporting To

Director, NPI & Ops Project Mgt

Work Schedule

Onsite – Wolverhampton, GBR

Moog Wolverhampton is seeking an Associate Process Quality Engineer to support and strengthen quality performance across our manufacturing operations. This role is ideal for an early-career or developing engineer who is looking to grow into a full Process Quality Engineer position within a world-class aerospace and industrial manufacturing environment.

You will play a key role in controlling manufacturing processes, monitoring quality performance, and supporting new product introduction (NPI), while working closely with Process Quality Engineers, Inspectors, Operations, and Engineering teams. Your work will directly contribute to Moog’s commitment to zero defects, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• As an Associate Process Quality Engineer, you will:
• Support control of manufacturing processes to ensure consistent product quality
• Participate in Engineering Design Reviews, providing quality input on inspectability and producibility
• Work closely with Operations to identify and resolve manufacturing, fabrication, and quality constraints (RCCA)
• Monitor, analyse, and report quality issues, including non-conformance, scrap, and rework
• Assist with preparation and maintenance of quality documentation, reports, and procedures
• Review inspection fixtures for inspection feasibility and assist in design/development
• Plan & Coordinate MSA studies
• Support development of process capability reporting and lineside inspection methods
• Support new technology decisions and advance inspection techniques to support future production needs
• Contribute to Lean and Continuous Improvement activities across the site
• Help drive a zero-defect culture within Manufacturing and Assembly & Test

What You’ll Bring

• We’re looking for a motivated engineer with a passion for quality and manufacturing excellence. Ideally, you will have:
• Exposure to aerospace or regulated manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of quality standards and systems such as:
• AS9100 and regulatory requirements (FAA, EASA, CAA, etc.)
• APQP / PPAP
• Have a good understanding of the AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAIR) processes and documentation
• Have extensive knowledge of manual inspection tools (micrometers, verniers, height gauges, wax impressions) and automated inspection systems (CMM, vision systems)
• Non-conformance and corrective action processes
• Understanding of GD&T (ASME Y14.5 or latest)
• Awareness of manufacturing processes (machining, casting, forging) and special processes (heat treatment, welding, NDT, plating, etc.)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment

We review applications on an ongoing basis, and the job posting will be closed once a suitable candidate is selected. We recommend all interested individuals to apply as soon as possible.

What We Offer

• Moog Named to Glassdoor’s 2026 Best Places to Work
• Flexible benefits package and development opportunities to support career progression
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance, mental health support and financial advice
• Generous life assurance and company pension contribution (from 6%)
• Employee share options, EV charging

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role, and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. For further information please visit www.gov.uk.

You Matter at Moog – Our Mission and Vision

At Moog, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion. We aim to create a culture where everyone is valued, respected, and given equal opportunities. We strive to empower employees to bring their authentic selves to work, celebrating our differences to foster a welcoming environment for all.

Note for Recruitment Agencies: We manage vacancies internally, preferring direct hiring and referrals for efficiency. When needed, we engage agencies from our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). Speculative CVs from agencies not on our PSL will not be considered, and no introduction fee will apply.