Assistant Quality Engineer

Amentum; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm in Bristol is seeking an Assistant Quality Engineer to support Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) activities. This entry-level position is suitable for individuals with a foundational knowledge of quality practices and a desire to grow in a regulated engineering environment. Responsibilities include maintaining quality documentation, assisting with audits, and tracking improvement actions. The role offers a competitive benefits package including medical cover, parental leave, and professional development reimbursements.

Benefits

Free medical cover

Enhanced parental leave

Reimbursement for professional development

Community support programs

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of quality principles and documentation.
• Some experience supporting or participating in audits.
• Good organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and maintaining quality documentation.
• Support the scheduling of internal audits.
• Help track non-conformances and improvement actions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Basic understanding of quality principles

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

The Assistant Quality Engineer supports the implementation of Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) activities within the Joint Design Office (JDO). This entry‑level role is ideal for someone with foundational experience in quality practices and a keen interest in developing their skills in a regulated engineering environment. The role contributes to maintaining compliance with internal standards and supports continuous improvement initiatives across the JDO.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and maintaining quality documentation and records.
• Support the scheduling and coordination of internal audits.
• Help track non‑conformances and improvement actions.
• Contribute to lessons learned and improvement initiatives.
• Provide administrative support for quality tools and dashboards.
• Assist in monitoring compliance with HPC IMS, ISO 9001, GSR‑3, and other relevant standards.
• Respond to basic quality‑related queries and escalation as needed.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of quality principles and documentation.
• Some experience supporting or participating in audits.
• Good organisational and communication skills.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Willingness to learn and develop within a regulated environment.

Benefits

People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family‑friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched‑funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.