Senior Quality Engineer, space industr

Aylesbury-based space firm seeks a Senior Quality Engineer for permanent employment, offering £46,000 to £58,000 annually. This position centres on rocket engine and thruster production, demanding expertise in AS9100 and ISO
9001 frameworks. Your duties include interpreting client specifications, generating compliance paperwork for bids and deliveries, and representing the organisation during crucial customer evaluations. A degree or HND in engineering, coupled with aerospace quality experience, is essential. Strong technical reading abilities, audit proficiency, and clear communication underpin success here. The role follows standard full-time hours, requiring close collaboration across manufacturing teams to uphold rigorous standards throughout the product lifecycle.

A prominent space company specialising in the design, manufacturing, and testing of rocket engines and thrusters is looking for a Quality Engineer to join their team.

• Degree or HND in a relevant engineering field, or equivalent hands‑on experience.
• Experience in Quality Engineering, ideally within the aerospace sector.
• Knowledge of AS9100 and ISO
  9001 standards.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interpret technical documents.
• Proficiency in quality management methodologies and audit procedures.

• Analyse customer requirements and prepare compliance documentation during the bidding and contracting stages.
• Develop and maintain documentation required for customer deliveries.
• Act as the company£££s representative in critical customer reviews (MPCB, MRR, TRR, DRB).
• Address supplier non-conformities and assess supplier data to ensure it meets specifications and quality standards.
• Lead efforts to resolve non-conformances and implement preventive measures for improved future performance.
• Review and verify manufacturing and testing data for completeness and compliance, and compile End Item Data Packs (EIDPs).
• Assist with internal AS9100 compliance and conduct audits within the supply chain