Aerospace Quality Engineer

Infinity Employment; Fareham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider is looking for experienced Aerospace Quality Engineers in Fareham for a 12+ month project. Key responsibilities include conducting FAIR inspections and implementing quality improvements. Ideal candidates will have a strong aerospace background and familiarity with quality management standards.

Benefits

Free parking

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Familiarity with aerospace quality management systems (AS9100 Revision D).
• Knowledge of FAIR presentation and AS9102 requirements.
• Understanding customer specifications, notably Airbus and GKN Rolls Royce.

Responsibilities

• Completion of FAIR Overcheck Inspections in accordance with quality expectations.
• Implementing productivity and cost reduction improvements.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Problem analysis

Quality management tools

IT skills

Education

Qualified Manufacturing / Quality Engineer

CAP accreditation

Job description

Infinity Employment is seeking highly experienced Aerospace Quality Engineers to work on behalf of our industry-leading client, specializing in providing engineering solutions to various sectors. Candidates must have used FAIR inspection reports. This project is based in Fareham for 12+ months starting June 2025, with a high likelihood of extension. Candidates should have an aerospace background and experience within a manufacturing environment. For suitable candidates, additional projects may follow.

Principal Responsibilities:

1. Completion of FAIR Overcheck Inspections in accordance with quality right first-time expectations.
2. Completion of FAIR Overcheck Inspections supporting timing plans.
3. Implementing productivity and cost reduction improvements.
4. Timely supply of products to customers.
5. Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.

Experience:

• Qualified Manufacturing / Quality Engineer.
• Knowledge of aerospace quality management systems (AS9100 Revision D).
• Knowledge of FAIR Presentation and AS9102 requirements.
• Experience in compiling FAIRs, raising balloon drawings, and using Visual FAIR and overcheck requirements.
• Understanding of customer approvals and specifications, notably Airbus and GKN Rolls Royce.
• CAP accreditation (National Aerospace and Defence Contractors Accreditation Program).
• Knowledge of special processes used in aerospace manufacturing (e.g., NDT, chemical processing, welding, heat treatment) and NAD standards.
• Familiarity with batch/route card systems, mill cert information (composition, temper, machining).
• Strong interpersonal, influencing, and team skills.
• Knowledge of quality management tools and methodologies (e.g., APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, 8D, SPC, Control Plans, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Configuration Management, Risk Management, TQM, Poka Yoke).
• Good project management skills.
• Knowledge of problem analysis methodologies (8D, Ishikawa, 5-Why, DoE, DMAIC) and decision-making skills.
• Excellent IT skills.

Working Hours:

• Monday - Thursday: 8:00 am - 4:45 pm.
• Friday: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm.
• Overtime: 1/4 after 37 hours Monday-Friday.
• Saturday: 1/2 day.
• Sunday: D/T (Day/Time off).

Pay Rates: LTD GBP28/hr, UMB GBP27/hr, PAYE GBP23/hr.

Expected hours: 37.5 to 45 hours per week.

Benefits:

• Free parking.
• On-site parking.