Aerospace Quality Engineer – APQP & Audits Lead

Evolito Ltd.; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Evolito Ltd. is hiring a Quality Engineer to act as the quality focal point for project teams, ensuring compliance with AS9100 and regulatory requirements. The role covers APQP, NC closure, and audits across customers and suppliers.

You’ll contribute to continuous improvement using tools like PFMEA, 8D, and 6 Sigma, while collaborating with process owners in a fast-paced, multi-project environment. A full UK driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Previous proven experience within a Quality Engineering role, ideally within aerospace.
• Familiar with CAA regulations Part21G and Part21J.
• Knowledge of AS9100 and Process Auditing, AS9100 Lead audit preferable.
• Experience with Quality Improvement Programmes, Pareto, PFMEA, 5s, 6 Sigma or similar continuous improvement tools.
• Experience with internal and external audits.
• Experienced in the use of APQP tools and techniques, familiarity with AS9145 preferred.
• Experienced in the use of statistical analysis, process capability and problem resolution tools (8D, 5 Why, 6 Sigma etc.).
• A team player with the ability to work under own initiative.
• Ability to influence others.
• A positive “can-do” attitude.
• A flexible approach to work.
• Ability to work at pace in a multi-project environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Full UK driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the development and implementation of business processes and systems in compliance with AS9100 and regulatory requirements.
• Acting as the Quality focal on development projects.
• Driving APQP activities.
• Drive for FAIR and PPAP completion.
• Acting as a business management system auditor.
• Taking part in customer/supplier visits and audits as required.
• Working with process owners to drive closure of non-conformances.
• Leading internal and external investigations to identify root cause and corrective actions.
• Involvement in change management and design for assembly/manufacture.
• Support in the development and deployment of quality objectives.

Skills

Quality engineering

AS9100 knowledge

APQP tools

Statistical analysis

6 Sigma

Root cause analysis

Audit experience

Process auditing

Documentation

Influence others

Tools

APQP

Job description

Evolito Ltd. is hiring a Quality Engineer to act as the quality focal point for project teams, ensuring compliance with AS9100 and regulatory requirements. The role covers APQP, NC closure, and audits across customers and suppliers.

You’ll contribute to continuous improvement using tools like PFMEA, 8D, and 6 Sigma, while collaborating with process owners in a fast-paced, multi-project environment. A full UK driver’s license is required.