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Quality Engineer
Job in
Luton, Bedfordshire, EX14, England, UK
Listed on 2026-05-29
Listing for:
Gi Group
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-05-29
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Quality Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
A leading UK defence/aerospace organisation is seeking an enthusiastic Quality Engineer contractor to support a range of projects within a Customer Support & Service Solutions environment, covering fast jet and other in‑service platforms. You'll work at Integrated Project Team (IPT) level, collaborating closely with Operations to deliver effective Quality Assurance across returns and repair activity.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Principal Quality Engineer and Quality Manager to meet/exceed quality objectives
Act as the Quality focal point for in‑service and returns material activities
Investigate and resolve non‑conformances (root cause analysis and corrective actions)
Review/approve quality documentation for returns, concessions and repairs
Ensure traceability and configuration control of returned/unserviceable items
Interface with Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations and external suppliers
Ensure compliance with AS9100 / ISO
9001, internal QMS and customer requirements
Drive continuous improvement across in‑service quality processes
Provide reports and supporting data to programme, project and functional teams
Skills & Experience
Further education and/or strong experience in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing (or similar) within Defence Electronics or a comparably complex industry
Working knowledge of AS9100 / ISO
9001 and Continuous Improvement principles
Experience with quality tools (e.g., RCCA, verification, pattern fault lifecycle)
Logical, data-driven problem solver with strong attention to detail
Confident stakeholder management and collaborative working style
Security / Vetting
Subject to BPSS pre‑employment screening
Additional National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply (eligibility for SC or DV may be required depending on programme)
The role is based in Luton & has been deemed inside of scope
Interested? Send your CV and confirm your clearance/eligibility status.
Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.
Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, corperate members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability Confident committed members, Gold status for the Armed Forces Covenant, Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters and Age Freindly Employer pledge members.
Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.
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Additional Information / Benefits
depending on set up
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