Quality Engineer - NPI

Quality Engineer (NPI / Manufacturing) - Aerospace Sector

Greater Manchester

Salary + biannual performance bonus

We're supporting a well-established, high-precision engineering business within the aerospace and defence sector, currently looking to appoint a Quality Engineer to support ongoing growth and new programme introduction activity.

This role is ideally suited to a Quality Inspector looking to step into an engineering-level position, or a junior Quality Engineer with a strong shopfloor background.

You'll join a structured quality environment, working across NPI programmes, production support, and continuous improvement activities, with clear progression into more senior Quality Assurance roles.

• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities across multiple programmes
• Manage non-conformances and support internal review processes (e.g. Material Review Board (MRB))
• Assist with preparation and review of First Article Inspection Report (FAIR) in line with aerospace standards
• Support Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) / Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities
• Conduct root cause analysis using structured problem-solving tools (8D, 5 Whys, etc.)
• Work closely with manufacturing, engineering, and supplier teams to drive quality improvements
• Support internal audits and quality system compliance activities
• Contribute to continuous improvement and waste reduction initiatives

• Minimum 3 years' experience within a manufacturing quality environment
• Background as a time-served Quality Inspector (or equivalent hands‑on experience)
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Experience using inspection equipment (manual tools, CMM, vision systems such as Keyence measurement systems)
• Understanding of aerospace or defence quality standards (highly desirable)
• Exposure to quality systems and processes (QMS, non-conformance, FAIR, APQP/PPAP)
• Proactive mindset with strong problem-solving and communication skills

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