Quality Engineer

NegotiableFareham, England A high number of candidates may make applications for this position, so make sure to send your CV and application through as soon as possible. Permanent Our client, a leading aerospace manufacturing business based in Titchfield, Hampshire, is seeking a Quality Engineer for a permanent opportunity.

The organisation specialises in fully integrated fuel systems for fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft and is relocating to a state-of-the-art facility at Daedalus, which will become a Centre of Excellence for aerospace manufacturing in Europe.

Working within a team of Quality Engineers, the successful applicant will support quality management, continuous improvement, product and process auditing, regulatory compliance and customer-focused quality activities across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and apply Quality Engineering tools, including SPC, Gauge R&R, FMEA, Six Sigma, attribute charts and control plansSupport continuous quality improvement initiatives and wider business objectivesConduct weekly and monthly Management Quality Reviews, including the preparation and presentation of key performance indicatorsInvestigate quality issues through to resolution, working with internal teams, customers and external bodies where requiredManage or participate in product recalls in accordance with CAA, regulatory and customer requirementsParticipate in Design Reviews, New Product Introduction activities, PFMEA and 8D investigationsCompile and maintain quality documentation, self-certification programmes and certifying staff trainingComplete Business System Audits and Product Audits in line with the planned audit scheduleSupport the maintenance and progression of company approvals, including BS EN ISO 9001, EASA Part 21, AS EN 9001 and customer-specific approvalsJob

Requirements

Experience in a Quality Engineering role within an engineering or manufacturing environmentEngineering degree, HNC or equivalent relevant experienceUnderstanding of aerospace engineering standards and regulatory requirements, including EASA and AS9100Practical experience with quality tools such as SPC, Gauge R&R, FMEA, Six Sigma, control plans and attribute chartsExperience contributing to PFMEA, 8D problem-solving and continuous improvement activitiesAudit training, ideally to Lead Auditor levelStrong IT skills, including practical experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, Access and other business systemsExcellent verbal and written communication, analytical thinking and problem-solving skillsBenefits: Permanent opportunity within a growing aerospace manufacturing businessOpportunity to contribute to challenging projects within a collaborative engineering teamProfessional development through dedicated learning and training programmesGenuine opportunities for internal progression and career developmentExposure to advanced aerospace fuel systems, quality management and regulatory complianceStrong focus on reliability, safety, efficiency, sustainability and employee wellbeingAdditional Information: The successful applicant may work with US ITAR-controlled technology, goods and information.

Additional screening may therefore be required as part of the recruitment process. Our client is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and supports fair, balanced and inclusive recruitment practices. If you are a Quality Engineer with aerospace or manufacturing experience and a strong interest in quality improvement, compliance and operational excellence, apply now to join our client's expanding team in Hampshire.

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