Quality Assurance Engineer

NP Aerospace Limited; Coventry; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

NP Aerospace Limited is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to ensure the high standards of products like ballistic helmets and vehicle platforms. The role involves leading inspections, managing compliance, and continuous improvement efforts in a manufacturing environment focused on safety and innovation.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus (paid twice yearly)

25 days' holiday + 8 Bank Holidays

Pension scheme - 4% employer / 5% employee

BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan

Two weeks' paid leave annually for Reservists

Life cover - 3x base salary

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Quality assurance experience in defence, aerospace or automotive.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and audit requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead detailed inspections including NDT scans and CMM analysis.
• Manage and sign off first-off samples, FAIRs, ISIRs, and PPAPs.
• Drive corrective actions and continuous improvement using 8D/5WHY.

Skills

Quality assurance

Root cause analysis

Communication

Continuous improvement mindset

Advanced IT skills

Education

Engineering or manufacturing degree

Job description

Job Title: Quality Assurance Engineer
Job Reports To: Quality Control Manager
Location: Coventry, UK
Hours: 08:00-16:35 (Mon-Thu) 08:00-15:10 (Fri)
Vacancy Type: Permanent, full time and based on-site.
Salary: £37,500 - £42,500 per annum + Discretionary Bonus + Benefits

Be part of something life-saving.

At NP Aerospace, we're not just manufacturing protective equipment - we're engineering survival. From bomb suits to vehicle armour, our innovation keeps military and security personnel safe worldwide.

Now, we're hiring a Quality Assurance Engineer to help us raise the bar even higher.

Why this role?

You'll work across the full product lifecycle - from complex inspections and batch tests to regulatory sign-offs and root cause analysis. Whether it's a ballistic helmet or a vehicle platform, you'll be the quality voice ensuring our high standards never slip.

If you're detail-obsessed, thrive under pressure, and want your work to directly impact lives - you'll fit right in.

What you'll do

• Lead detailed inspections including NDT scans and CMM analysis.
• Manage and sign off first-off samples, FAIRs, ISIRs, and PPAPs.
• Own traceability, batch testing reviews, and Certificates of Conformity.
• Drive corrective actions and continuous improvement using 8D/5WHY.
• Build and deliver a Process Audit schedule to support our compliance goals.
• Collaborate with teams across Engineering, Procurement, and Supplier Quality.

What you'll need

Essential:

• Quality assurance experience in a manufacturing environment - defence, aerospace or automotive preferred.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, BSI and MOD audit requirements.
• Expertise in root cause analysis (8D, 5WHY), with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced IT skills for report generation, audit planning, and document control.

Desirable:

• Proven experience in a similar role.
• Engineering or manufacturing degree (or equivalent experience).

What's in it for you?

• Discretionary bonus (paid twice yearly)
• 25 days' holiday + 8 Bank Holidays + Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Pension scheme - 4% employer / 5% employee
• BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan
• Two weeks' paid leave annually for Reservists
• Life cover - 3x base salary
• Flexible working hours (where operationally possible)

Who we are

NP Aerospace is a global armour technology company with a proud 40-year heritage in defence. Our mission is simple: to protect and save lives. Whether it's composite body armour or fully integrated vehicle platforms, our solutions deliver safety in the toughest environments.

With operations in the UK and Canada and strong growth across North America, we're expanding our team to meet global demand.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
We're committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including veterans and reservists.

Security clearance required.
If successful, you'll need to pass relevant checks and sign the Official Secrets Act.

Let's talk quality that saves lives. Apply now or check us out on LinkedIn to see the impact we're making.