At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure product quality and support new product introduction in a dynamic engineering environment.
- Company: Established precision engineering manufacturer in aerospace and defence sectors.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonus, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Other info: Commitment to health, safety, and quality standards is essential.
- Why this job: Join a team focused on innovation and quality, making a real impact in engineering.
- Qualifications: 3 years' experience in quality engineering or strong technical knowledge as a Quality Inspector.
Quality Engineer
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
