Aerospace Process Quality Engineer

Verify Europe Ltd.; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace firm is seeking a Process Quality Engineer for a full-time position in Wolverhampton. The role involves developing inspection plans and supporting the quality aspects of product launches. Candidates should have a strong background in quality roles within aerospace or automotive, good knowledge of inspection tools, and the ability to interpret engineering drawings. The position supports high-quality aerospace components delivery and requires excellent communication skills along with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in aerospace or automotive quality roles.
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Experience within an AS9100 quality system.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review inspection plans, procedures, and documentation.
• Support Engineering Design Reviews with quality input.
• Work with engineering and production teams to resolve quality issues.

Skills

Quality-focused role experience

Ability to read engineering drawings

Knowledge of inspection tools

Experience with AS9100 quality system

Strong communication skills

Data interpretation

Tools

CMM

Vision systems

Micrometers

Verniers

Job description

Overview

*** Process Quality Engineer ***

Job Description:Seeking a Process Quality Engineer to be based on-site supporting a customer programme in Wolverhampton, working full-time, Monday to Friday. The ideal candidate will have a strong quality background, experience in product launch and development environments, and the ability to develop inspection plans and optimise inspection methods to support the delivery of high-quality aerospace components.

The support will include:

• Interpreting engineering drawings, specifications and GD&T requirements
• Developing and reviewing inspection plans, procedures and documentation
• Supporting Engineering Design Reviews with quality input (inspection feasibility, producibility, etc.)
• Working with engineering, production and specialist teams to resolve technical and quality issues
• Supporting inspections, investigations and problem analysis during NPI and development phases
• Highlighting manufacturing and fabrication issues that impact delivery performance
• Supporting the design of inspection processes, equipment and fixturing
• Working with the APQP lead and supporting related activities
• Planning and coordinating MSA studies
• Assisting with interpretation of manufacturing data to assess process stability and capability
• Supporting advancement of inspection methods and new technologies
• Driving a culture of continuous improvement within the NPI team

Experience requirements:

• Previous experience in a quality-focused role within aerospace or automotive (product development or NPI experience advantageous)
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
• Good knowledge of manual and automated inspection tools (e.g. micrometers, verniers, CMM, vision systems)
• Experience within an AS9100 quality system and familiarity with AS9102 FAIR requirements
• Understanding of drafting and modelling practices (ASME Y14.5 advantageous)
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills with the ability to work in a dynamic team environment
• Able to interpret data and support process capability assessments
• Comfortable using a range of software packages
• Based within a commutable distance of Wolverhampton
• Occasional flexibility to work outside core hours subject to business need

The role falls inside IR35.