Global NPI QA Lead – Supply Chain Excellence

MBDA UK Ltd; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation in Stevenage is seeking a Principal Quality Assurance Engineer focused on New Product Introduction within the supply chain. This role involves developing supplier Quality strategies and conducting Quality audits while ensuring compliance. The position offers a competitive salary around £50,000 and a dynamic hybrid working model with various perks including a company bonus, enhanced parental leave, and healthcare options.

Benefits

Company bonus up to £2,500

Pension with up to 14% contribution

Opportunity for paid overtime

Up to 15 days flexi leave

Enhanced parental leave up to 26 weeks

Subsidised meals and free car parking

Healthcare Cash Plan benefits

Qualifications

• Experience ideally in defence, automotive, or aerospace sectors.
• Proficient in integrated management systems and business improvement.
• Capable of influencing DFMEA & PFMEA processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supplier Quality strategy.
• Conduct proactive supplier Quality surveillance throughout the lifecycle.
• Identify and reduce project risks associated with process application.

Skills

Supply chain or manufacturing experience

Quality professional in engineering

NPI & Product development experience

DFMEA / PFMEA knowledge

Quality Audits & surveillance experience

Supplier Quality tools knowledge

Strong interpersonal skills

Excellent planning and organizing skills

Understanding of regulatory requirements

Education

HND or HNC qualification

Tools

Quality management systems

Quality Tools & Techniques (8D, Six Sigma)

Job description

A leading defence organisation in Stevenage is seeking a Principal Quality Assurance Engineer focused on New Product Introduction within the supply chain. This role involves developing supplier Quality strategies and conducting Quality audits while ensuring compliance. The position offers a competitive salary around £50,000 and a dynamic hybrid working model with various perks including a company bonus, enhanced parental leave, and healthcare options.