Quality Engineer

Our client, a leader in the aerospace sector, is currently seeking a Quality Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. This is a pivotal role in supporting the design, manufacture, and delivery of aerospace products that meet stringent customer and regulatory requirements. You will play a crucial part in developing, implementing, and continuously improving quality systems, processes, and tools, ensuring high standards of quality and compliance throughout the product lifecycle.

Main Duties:

• Govern key business metrics demonstrating compliance to AS9100/AS13100/ISO9001, customer, and regulatory requirements
• Conduct Layered Process Audits (LPA), Product and Process audits to industry standards (e.g. ISO9001, AS9100/9110/9120, CAA, EASA etc.)
• Review First Article Inspection Reports to AS9102
• Identify and mitigate quality risks throughout the value stream, ensuring product safety and reliability
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of quality records, inspection reports, and compliance evidence as per aerospace industry requirements
• Provide quality support to the value stream(s)
• Ensure containment for concerns are implemented and drive root cause, corrective actions using effective problem resolution methodologies such as 8Ds
• Maintain, analyse, and drive performance of key quality metrics (e.g., First Pass Yield, defect rates, audit findings) across the value stream
• Lead quality performance improvement initiatives internally and externally
• Roll-out and support the implementation of the Zero-Defect programme to reduce DPPM
• Actively engaged in Kaizen events
• Drive quality performance and compliance, meeting aerospace standards and regulatory/customer requirements
• Conduct assurance and maintain the Business Management System (BMS) in line with AS9100, AS13100, and regulatory standards
• Oversee incoming quality to ensure materials meet specifications, supporting supplier performance through collaboration, risk assessment, and problem-solving
• Monitor and report quality metrics, using data to drive corrective actions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues
• Address customer quality concerns promptly to maintain satisfaction and trust

Job Requirements:

Essential:

• Working knowledge and experience of Part 21 subpart G, ISO9001, AS9100, and AS9102
• Ability to read and interpret regulations, airworthiness directives, and technical specifications
• Comprehensive understanding of and ability to read engineering drawings and specifications
• Awareness of human factors principles, just culture, management system requirements, and applicable regulations
• Relevant work experience in aeronautical or equivalent industries
• Relevant engineering or technical degree, or equivalent qualification acceptable to the competent authority
• Knowledge of relevant aircraft or components from training courses or on-the-job experience
• Experience in problem resolution processes such as A3 or 8D and Root Cause Analysis tools
• Proficient in APQP, DFMEA, PFMEA, PPAP, Control Plans, Root Cause analysis
• Proven experience and success in Continuous Improvement best practices, such as Lean, Six Sigma
• SAP or similar MRP system experience
• IT literate

Desirable:

• AS/EN/JISQ 9100 Lead Auditor Certified
• Comprehensive knowledge of part 21/part 145 and AS9100/AS13100
• Knowledge and experience in Safety Management Systems
• Extensive experience in a similar role within the Aerospace or Automotive industries
• Understanding of Calibration systems

If you are a proactive and experienced Quality Engineer looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-profile aerospace projects, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and dedicated team.