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Our client, a leading player in the aerospace sector, is currently seeking a Quality Engineer to join their team. This permanent position is a fantastic opportunity to ensure the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction within a dynamic and innovative environment.

Benefits:

25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Flexible working hours, including the option for a 9-day fortnight
Generous pension scheme
Health cash plan
Eligibility for an annual bonus
Ample on-site parking
Support with further training and development

Key Responsibilities:

Provide quality input into new bids and conduct thorough contract reviews.
Generate and implement Quality plans to meet customer requirements.
Drive product and process non-conformance investigations, including root cause analysis and concession management.
Manage and host customer audits and source inspection activities.
Oversee the management of quality escapes and customer investigations.
Ensure compliance with Quality Management System throughout the product lifecycle.
Conduct required First Article Inspections (AS9102) and facilitate the smooth transition of new products into production.
Manage NCR and FRACA processes, including MRB ownership and facilitation.
Generate and track quality metrics to meet set targets and determine quality improvement initiatives.
Support inspection processes and ensure adherence to proper documentation for product sign-off prior to dispatch.

Job Requirements:

Proven background in Quality Assurance and thorough understanding of quality tools and techniques.
Experience with QMS implementation and auditing to recognised aerospace standards.
Proven ability to understand and flow down customer quality requirements, ensuring delivery of conforming products.
Excellent root cause analysis and corrective action skills.
Core competency in one or more of the following specialties: software, mechanical, electrical, metrology, systems, composites.
Competencies as per the competency matrix relevant to the job level.

Key Behaviours:

Attention to detail and meticulousness.
Commitment to being the voice of the customer and setting standards.
Independence and proactive engagement.
Data-based decision making and a passion for quality.
Collaborative team working and effective problem-solving skills.
Willingness to continuously learn and improve.
Adherence to a right-first-time approach.

Qualifications:

HND/HNC in Engineering or equivalent experience.
Good working knowledge of quality standards such as AS9100, AS9110, Part 21 (G), Part 145, DAOS.
Familiarity with AS9145, APQP, PPAP, FAIR, PFMEA, MSA, and Control Plan.
Experience in implementing structured problem-solving and root cause corrective action techniques (e.g., 8D, RCCA, 5-Why).
Experience with proactive and preventive quality techniques.
If you are a passionate and detail-oriented Quality Engineer ready to make an impact within the aerospace sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team