At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure quality compliance and support teams in maintaining high standards in aerospace manufacturing.
- Company: Leading licensor and manufacturer in the aerospace and defence industries.
- Benefits: Up to 29 days leave, paid volunteering, bonuses, and employee discounts.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Join a hands-on role that drives quality improvements and impacts the aerospace sector.
- Qualifications: Experience in aerospace manufacturing and knowledge of AS9100 standards.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Ontic, a leading licensor and manufacturer of complex engineering parts for the global aerospace and defence industries, is recruiting for a Quality Engineer to join our team at the Staverton site.
The Quality Engineer plays a key role in ensuring compliance with AS9100 and UK CAA regulatory requirements, while supporting operational teams in maintaining the highest quality standards. Operating with a high level of autonomy, you will work cross-functionally across the business and liaise with customers, suppliers and regulatory bodies. This is a hands-on role combining product verification oversight, quality investigations, auditing and continuous improvement activity.
- Ensure compliance with the Ontic UK Quality Management System and applicable regulatory requirements
- Support product verification activities, including inspections and First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs)
- Lead and support MRB activities, non-conformance investigations and root cause analysis
- Conduct internal and external audits and support customer quality activities
- Drive corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives across operations
- Act as Certifying Staff for approved products
About You
You will bring experience within an aerospace or highly regulated manufacturing environment, with a strong understanding of:
- AS9100 (latest revision) and AS9102
- Non-conformance management and root cause methodologies (8D, 5 Whys, etc.)
- Internal auditing practices
- Working with operational teams to improve quality performance
Knowledge of UK CAA Part-21G / Part-145 and major aerospace OEM standards would be advantageous. You’ll be detail-oriented, proactive and confident communicating at all levels, with the ability to balance compliance requirements alongside operational priorities.
Benefits
Our benefits package highlights include:
- Up to 29 days annual leave + bank holidays
- 10 hours paid volunteering time
- Annual goal share bonus scheme for all employees
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discounts and offers from a range of retailers
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