Quality Engineer

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 plans
Support continuous quality improvement initiatives and wider business objectives
Conduct weekly and monthly Management Quality Reviews, including the preparation and presentation of key performance indicators
Investigate quality issues through to resolution, working with internal teams, customers and external bodies where required
Manage or participate in product recalls in accordance with CAA, regulatory and customer requirements
Participate in Design Reviews, New Product Introduction activities, PFMEA and 8D investigations
Compile and maintain quality documentation, self-certification programmes and certifying staff training
Complete Business System Audits and Product Audits in line with the planned audit schedule
Support the maintenance and progression of company approvals, including BS EN ISO 9001, EASA Part 21, AS EN 9001 and customer-specific approvals

Job Requirements:

Experience in a Quality Engineering role within an engineering or manufacturing environment
Engineering degree, HNC or equivalent relevant experience
Understanding of aerospace engineering standards and regulatory requirements, including EASA and AS9100
Practical experience with quality tools such as SPC, Gauge R&R, FMEA, Six Sigma, control plans and attribute charts
Experience contributing to PFMEA, 8D problem-solving and continuous improvement activities
Audit training, ideally to Lead Auditor level
Strong IT skills, including practical experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, Access and other business systems
Excellent verbal and written communication, analytical thinking and problem-solving skills

Benefits:

Permanent opportunity within a growing aerospace manufacturing business
Opportunity to contribute to challenging projects within a collaborative engineering team
Professional development through dedicated learning and training programmes
Genuine opportunities for internal progression and career development
Exposure to advanced aerospace fuel systems, quality management and regulatory compliance
Strong focus on reliability, safety, efficiency, sustainability and employee wellbeing

Additional 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