Quality Assurance Engineer

James Fisher and Sons plc; Elrick; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early finish on Fridays

Private Medical Insurance

Company Pension

Job summary

James Fisher Defence (JFD) part of James Fisher & Sons plc is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer in Westhill, Aberdeen. The role focuses on ensuring quality across products, projects and services from design to manufacture, testing and through-life support.

You will translate customer requirements into quality controls and drive continual improvement of the QMS. You will review documentation, support inspections and testing, embed controls with Production/Engineering, and participate in

Qualifications

• Requires a recognised qualification in Quality, Engineering, or related discipline or equivalent quality training.
• Proven QA experience in manufacturing/engineering with understanding of production, inspection, testing and traceability.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and auditing principles.
• Experience with non-conformances, root cause analysis, and corrective action effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Support contract and project reviews to identify quality requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Review milestone documentation, traceability, inspection results, test records and QMS evidence.
• Assist inspections, witness testing, and customer acceptance activities.
• Collaborate with Production and Engineering to embed quality controls in manufacturing and testing.
• Support supplier evaluations, audits and corrective actions, and follow up on non-conformances.
• Lead investigations and containment activities, escalate risks, and verify corrective actions.
• Analyse quality trends and data to drive continuous improvement reducing defects and rework.
• Conduct internal and supplier audits and support customer/certification audits.

Skills

Quality assurance

ISO 9001

Root cause analysis

Technical drawings

Analytical skills

Defence sector

Education

Quality/Engineering degree

Tools

QMS/ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

Quality Assurance Engineer
Westhill, Aberdeen
Full-time, Permanent

Please note that this role requires security checks.

The Role:
The Quality Assurance Engineer plays a key role in ensuring quality across JFD’s products, projects and services, from contract review and development through to manufacture, testing, delivery and through-life support. Working closely with cross-functional teams, they translate customer, contractual and regulatory requirements into effective quality controls and objective evidence of compliance, while supporting the continual improvement of the Quality Management System and driving robust corrective actions.

What you'll be doing:

• Support contract and project reviews to identify quality requirements, risks and acceptance criteria, developing and maintaining Quality Plans and Inspection & Test Plans.
• Review project milestone and release documentation, including configuration records, material traceability, inspection results, test records and objective quality evidence.
• Support inspections, test witnessing and customer acceptance activities, escalating any gaps against agreed requirements.
• Work closely with Production and Engineering teams to embed effective quality controls throughout manufacturing, assembly, rework and testing processes.
• Support supplier evaluations, audits and performance reviews, following up on supplier non-conformances and verifying corrective actions.
• Facilitate investigations, containment activities and root cause analysis, verifying corrective action effectiveness and escalating recurring issues or significant risks.
• Analyse quality trends and performance data, supporting continuous improvement initiatives that reduce defects, rework, scrap and customer escapes.
• Conduct internal and supplier audits, support customer and certification audits, and help develop QMS processes, procedures and quality awareness across the business.

What we're looking for:

• A recognised qualification in Quality, Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience supported by quality training.
• Proven quality assurance experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment, with an understanding of production, inspection, testing and product traceability.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001, quality planning and auditing principles.
• Experience managing non-conformances, conducting root cause analysis, and verifying the effectiveness of corrective actions.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and quality documentation accurately.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and challenge constructively across functions.
• Experience working within a defence or other highly regulated engineering environment.
• Knowledge of supplier assurance, customer acceptance requirements, AQAP standards, audit practices, electronic QMS/ERP systems, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Why join us?

• Early finish on Fridays
• Competitive salary and benefits package aligned with experience (Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance, Cycle to work scheme, Company Pension, etc.)
• Clear pathways for career development and organisational visibility
• Inclusive and supportive culture that values individual contributions
• Meaningful work with impact across safety, innovation, and global operations

About Us:
James Fisher is a global engineering services company operating across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport. With a strong heritage in maritime operations, we now deliver innovative solutions in challenging environments. Our One James Fisher strategy is focused on building a unified, sustainable business within the Blue Economy, driving progress through technology, expertise, and collaboration.

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James Fisher Defence (JFD), part of the James Fisher Group, is a global leader in underwater capability, delivering cutting-edge diving, submarine rescue, and hyperbaric solutions to both commercial and defence markets. Operating worldwide, JFD is the foremost provider of submarine rescue services and a trusted name in submarine escape training. We’re also at the forefront of hyperbaric rescue innovation and a leading supplier of advanced diving equipment and saturation systems across the industry. Explore more about JFD

At James Fisher and Sons, we are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success is driven by the talent and diversity of our workforce.

To support an accessible and inclusive recruitment experience in the UK, we partner with Vercida. You can learn more about our approach by visiting our company page: James Fisher and Sons diversity, inclusion, culture - VERCIDA