Aerospace Quality Engineer, AS/EN 9100 & ISO 9001 (On-Site)

The Dorchester; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dorchester in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking an experienced quality leader to own and advance the company’s Quality Management System. You will drive compliance with AS/EN 9100 and ISO 9001, embed requirements across policies and procedures, and lead internal and supplier audits to sustain high-quality aerospace components.

With a degree in engineering and a formal quality management qualification, you will report to senior management, set KPIs, and coordinate audits for certification and

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation, maintenance and continual improvement of the QMS (AS/EN 9100 & ISO 9001).
• Interpret quality standard requirements and embed into policies, procedures and controls.
• Develop and maintain quality manual, procedures and work instructions.
• Develop and maintain a risk-based internal audit programme across QMS, processes and products.
• Conduct QMS, process and product audits and document results.
• Identify gaps and drive improvement programmes.
• Conduct supplier and subcontractor quality audits as required.
• Collaborate with purchasing to address recurring quality issues and enhance performance.
• Coordinate preparation for certification, surveillance and recertification audits.
• Organise management reviews and ensure actions meet standard requirements.
• Establish quality objectives and KPIs aligned with customer needs.
• Monitor QMS performance and report risks and improvements to senior management.
• Promote awareness of customer requirements and product quality throughout the business.

Skills

Analytical skills

Report writing

Problem solving

MS Office

Education

Engineering degree

Quality Management qualification

AS/EN 9100 & ISO 9001 auditor training

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Dorchester in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking an experienced quality leader to own and advance the company’s Quality Management System. You will drive compliance with AS/EN 9100 and ISO 9001, embed requirements across policies and procedures, and lead internal and supplier audits to sustain high-quality aerospace components.

With a degree in engineering and a formal quality management qualification, you will report to senior management, set KPIs, and coordinate audits for certification and