Senior Quality Engineer

Location: St. Leonards-On-Sea

Due to continued growth, long-term contract awards and company expansion, a global leading manufacturer of advanced engineered solutions to the Aerospace and Defence sectors has a new vacancy for a Senior Quality Engineer. The position will focus on strengthening manufacturing readiness, successful New Product Introduction and long - term product reliability. Offering excellent career development opportunities, quality professionals are sought with previous experience working in the Aerospace and/or Defence sectors.

The Role Ensure all quality activities, risk assessments and deliverables are completed in accordance with APQP requirements and a zero - defect launch. Develop, implement, and maintain quality control systems to ensure compliance with industry and customer requirements. Support the maintenance and continual improvement of the Quality Management System, ensure quality processes, procedures, and work instructions are effective and compliant. Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to address quality issues.

Work closely with engineering & production to improve product quality to ensure the highest quality standards. Monitor change in customer specifications ensuring process owners implement change when required. Act as primary quality representative for key customers. Participate in supplier investigations and corrective action activities.

The Person Understanding of aerospace standards and procedures. (preferred) Proven experience leading root cause investigations and corrective actions. Strong problem-solving skills with experience in root cause analysis and corrective actions Solid understanding of quality assurance management principles and practices. Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the business. Engineering qualification preferred or qualified by experience.