Product Quality Assurance Engineer

Benham Manufacturing; Three Legged Cross; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading precision engineering firm in the UK is looking for an experienced Product Quality Assurance Engineer to ensure rigorous quality standards in aerospace and defence manufacturing. The role involves conducting inspections, programming Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs), and liaising with customers to meet quality expectations. Candidates should have strong attention to detail, knowledge of AS9100 standards, and effective communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits including training, pension, and annual leave are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25.5 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

On-site parking

Life insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in programming CMMs.
• Understanding of AS9100 aerospace quality standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections to ensure product quality.
• Program CMMs for accurate measurement.
• Liaise with customers regarding product quality.
• Audit to AS9100 requirements.

Skills

Programming CMMs

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Tools

CMM Software (MCOSMOS)

First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs)

Job description

At Benham Precision Engineering, you will play a vital role in delivering innovative, complex, and world‑leading engineering solutions within the aerospace and defence sectors. Our customers are Blue Chip Multi‑National organisations, providing mission‑critical applications that demand the highest standards of precision and reliability.

We are seeking an experienced Product Quality Assurance Engineer with a strong background in mechanical inspection and quality assurance to join our facility at Three‑Legged Cross. This position involves key responsibilities to uphold our rigorous quality standards throughout the manufacturing process, including:

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting first off, last off, and selected batch inspections to ensure product quality at each stage of production.
• Programming Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) to facilitate accurate and reliable measurement processes.
• Completing First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) as required by industry standards.
• Facilitating the Non‑Conformance Report (NCR) process to address and resolve quality issues promptly.
• Liaising directly with customers to resolve any concerns related to product quality, ensuring their requirements and expectations are met.
• Internal Auditing to AS9100 requirements (Audit training to be provided following successful completion of probationary period).
• Identify and report on Quality KPI's for the business.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Proven experience in programming CMMs (MCOSMOS advantageous).
• Comprehensive understanding of AS9100 aerospace quality standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong commitment to maintaining product quality requirements.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across different teams.
• Proactive approach to problem‑solving and continuous improvement.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
• Full‑time day shift schedule: 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• Training provided on Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) methodology.
• 25.5 days annual leave, plus Bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• On‑site parking facilities available.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Cycle to work scheme.