Aerospace Quality Engineer (On-site 3x/wk) – Contract

GTS Group Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

GTS Group Ltd is seeking a Contract Quality Engineer for aerospace/defence, auditing hardware, firmware, and software to DO-178C/DO-254. You will ensure EASA Part 145 compliance and own MOE procedures, driving internal audits and CAPA closure.

The role involves supplier quality, NPI collaboration, and reporting metrics to senior management. 6-month contract, outside IR35, on-site with a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Experience auditing safety-critical electronics in aerospace/defence or similar regulated fields.
• Strong understanding of DO-178C/DO-254 and relevant standards.
• Proven track record in root cause investigations and CAPA closure.

Responsibilities

• Audit hardware, firmware, software against DO-178C/DO-254 and document compliance.
• Maintain EASA Part 145 compliance including MOE procedures.
• Lead internal audits, surveillance and inspections.
• Drive 8D/5-Why/FMEA investigations and close CAPAs.
• Oversee supplier quality audits and material standards.
• Collaborate with engineering on NPI and quality controls.
• Report quality metrics to senior management.

Skills

DO-178C

DO-254

AS9100

ISO 9001

Root cause analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

GTS Group Ltd is seeking a Contract Quality Engineer for aerospace/defence, auditing hardware, firmware, and software to DO-178C/DO-254. You will ensure EASA Part 145 compliance and own MOE procedures, driving internal audits and CAPA closure.

The role involves supplier quality, NPI collaboration, and reporting metrics to senior management. 6-month contract, outside IR35, on-site with a dynamic team.