Quality Engineer in Prestwick

Woodward integrates leading-edge technologies into fuel, combustion, fluid, actuation, and electronic control systems for the aerospace and industrial markets. At Prestwick, we repair and overhaul aircraft engine fuel controls for customers in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

We are looking for a Quality Engineer to expand our Quality team at Woodward, Prestwick. This position reports directly to the Quality Leader and is responsible for providing customer and organizational support for quality & regulatory requirements, compliance, and system and process improvements. This position coordinates root cause and corrective action for the site and performs quality-related activities associated with the nonconforming material control process. The role is proactive in identifying and driving resolution to systemic issues and proposes performance improvements. They will evaluate procedures and work instructions, manage and approve documents that are required per the Quality Management System. Facilitates and represents Quality during internal/external audits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct Quality Inspections: Perform routine inspections of products and processes to ensure adherence to established quality standards.
• Document Inspection Results: Accurately record and maintain detailed reports of quality assessments and findings.
• Assist in Quality Improvement: Support senior quality engineers in implementing and monitoring quality improvement initiatives.
• Analyze Standard Issues: Utilize existing procedures to evaluate quality data and identify recurring problems.
• Maintain Quality Procedures: Follow standardized quality control procedures to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.

Key Skills:

• Quality Assurance Procedures: Knowledgeable in executing standard quality assurance protocols to maintain product standards.
• Data Collection: Skilled in gathering relevant data for quality assessment and reporting purposes.
• Technical Documentation: Proficient in creating and maintaining detailed quality documentation and records.
• Attention to Detail: Highly attentive to identifying defects and ensuring compliance with quality specifications.
• Problem Solving: Able to apply existing procedures to troubleshoot and resolve routine quality issues.
• Communication: Effective in conveying information clearly and verifying understanding during interactions.
• Quality Standards: Familiar with industry quality standards and able to apply them in daily tasks.
• Reporting: Competent in preparing accurate and timely quality reports for review by senior staff.
• Teamwork: Capable of collaborating with team members to achieve quality goals within standardized processes.
• Time Management: Efficient in managing time to meet quality objectives and project deadlines.

Other Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in quality, engineering, machine shop, assembly or functional testing related experience.
• HND/HNC in Engineering or a Business-related subject, or an aircraft technician or engineer qualification with suitable additional education.
• Demonstrates solid computer skills including MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge in the application of aviation safety standards and safe operating practices.

Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.

Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Benefits include:

• 29 days holiday plus 4 public holidays.
• Personal Pension Scheme with employer contribution of 9%.
• Income Protection and Life Assurance schemes.
• Salary Sacrifice offers on the latest technology and bike to work scheme.
• Occupational Health / Wellbeing benefits including private medical insurance and dental cover.
• Learning & Development opportunities including access to online courses.
• Employee Discount Scheme for high street and online retailers.
• Highfive Recognition Scheme for employee recognition.
• Flexible working arrangements and advantageous Maternity Policy.
• Family Responsibilities Scheme including Paternity, parental, adoption, bereavement, and dependent Leave.

Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacturing, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets. Together with our customers, we are enabling the path to a cleaner, decarbonised world.

At Woodward, we have created a culture that appreciates and values the contributions of every member. We are a global team of curious, innovative problem-solvers who commit our knowledge, resources, and technical expertise to the challenges associated with reducing emissions, enabling alternative energy sources, and increasing efficiency, always innovating for a better future.