Quality Assurance Engineer

Wild Recruitment; Uxbridge; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an SQA Engineer to join a client team in the aerospace supply chain. You will conduct audits, maintain supplier lists, and ensure compliance with quality standards. Ideal candidates will have QA experience in relevant sectors, a degree in Mechanical Engineering, and strong communication skills. This role involves travel across the UK, making a significant impact on quality assurance in aerospace.

Qualifications

• Experience in Aerospace, Defence, or Automotive sectors.
• Ability to resolve non-conformance issues.

Responsibilities

• Conduct product and system audits of nominated suppliers.
• Maintain and update the approved supplier list.
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs.
• Investigate non-conformance issues.

Skills

QA audit experience

Strong understanding of AS9100

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

HND/Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Are you passionate about driving quality excellence in the aerospace supply chain? We’re looking for a SQA Engineer to join our client's team and ensure that all supplied products meet stringent quality and delivery standards.

What you’ll do:

• Conduct product and system audits of nominated suppliers and resolve non-conformance issues.
• Maintain and update the approved supplier list, including certifications and accreditations.
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs and implement improvement actions.
• Assess potential new suppliers and support quality certification processes.
• Investigate non-conformance issues and develop robust corrective actions.
• Support suppliers with First Article Inspection (FAI) reports and sign-off processes.

What we’re looking for:

• QA audit and engineering experience in Aerospace, Defence, or Automotive sectors.
• Strong understanding of AS9100, CAA Part 21 Subpart G, and AS9120 standards.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with a structured, methodical approach.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems
• HND/Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical training.

The role requires travel across the UK, visiting suppliers and you will need to also be able to commute to the Denham office when required.

You’ll play a key role in supplier development and quality assurance, working on innovative projects that make a real impact in the aerospace industry.

Ready to take the next step? Apply now and help deliver zero-defect performance across supply chain!

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.