Quality Engineer

Job Title:
Quality Engineer

Location:
Coventry

Salary:
Competitive

Contract:
Permanent

Are you an experienced Quality Engineer looking to take ownership of quality performance in a highly regulated engineering environment? This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading aerospace manufacturer as they continue to strengthen their quality function and drive world‑class standards across their operations.

As a Quality Engineer, you’ll play a key role in ensuring product safety, compliance and reliability across the full value stream. You’ll act as a technical specialist for product and process quality, supporting both day‑to‑day operations and long‑term improvement initiatives.

This is an on‑site position based in Coventry
, working closely with engineering, operations, suppliers and customers to uphold industry-leading standards.

• Supporting compliance with AS9100, AS13100, AS9102 and other aerospace quality standards
• Conducting Layered Process Audits, product audits and process audits
• Reviewing First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) to AS9102 requirements
• Leading containment, root cause analysis and corrective action using tools such as 8D, 5-Why and Cause & Effect
• Driving Zero Defect and continuous improvement initiatives across the value stream
• Analysing key quality metrics such as First Pass Yield, defect rates and audit findings
• Collaborating with engineering, operations, customers and suppliers to resolve issues and improve quality performance
• Supporting APQP activity including PFMEA, Control Plans and PPAP
• Ensuring documentation, records and compliance evidence are accurate and up to standard

• Experience in aerospace or another highly regulated engineering sector
• Strong knowledge of AS9100, AS9102 and general quality management system requirements
• Proficiency in APQP, PFMEA/DFMEA, PPAP and root cause analysis tools
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
• A proactive, hands‑on approach with excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills
• Engineering/technical degree or equivalent industry experience

• Outstanding Pension Contribution Plan
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Income protection and life assurance (3x basic salary).
• Share purchase program.
• Early finish on Fridays.
• Flexible working hours.
• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program for health and well-being support.
• Structured career development opportunities.
• Employee discounts on a wide range of products and services.
• Employee referral program.