Quality Control Engineer

Rubicon Recruitment; Warminster; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable Aerospace and Defence manufacturer in Warminster is seeking a Quality Control Engineer. In this role, you will perform inspections, conduct audits, and contribute to continuous improvement, all in a supportive team environment. This position offers a competitive salary of £35,000 per annum, 25 days holiday, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Health insurance & pension scheme

Tailored training programmes

Free on-site parking

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Ability to read technical drawings and interpret international specifications.
• Experience in a technically complex manufacturing or assembly environment.
• Competence in conducting internal audits and First Article Inspections.

Responsibilities

• Perform goods in/out inspections and spectral/optical testing.
• Conduct regular inspections and sign off assembly work.
• Raise and manage non-conformance reports.

Skills

Reading technical drawings

Internal auditing

Computer literacy

Knowledge of RCCA processes

Experience in a manufacturing environment

Tools

Basic measuring equipment

MRP systems

Job description

Overview

Quality Control Engineer | Warminster | £35,000 per annum

Are you a detail-driven professional with a passion for precision? Do you thrive in a structured environment where quality is everything? This Quality Control Engineer opportunity offers the chance to join a respected Aerospace and Defence manufacturer with a strong reputation for innovation and excellence. With a supportive team, modern facilities, and a clear path for progression, this is the ideal role for someone looking to grow their career in a technically complex environment.

Responsibilities

• Performing goods in/out inspections and spectral/optical testing
• Conducting regular inspections, First Article Inspections, and sign-off of assembly work
• Carrying out internal audits in line with ISO9001:2015 and ATEX QAN standards
• Raising and managing non-conformance reports and supporting root cause analysis
• Contributing to continuous improvement across procedures and operations

Qualifications

• Reading technical drawings and interpreting international specifications
• Working within a technically complex manufacturing or assembly environment
• Experience with RCCA processes and First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR)
• Conducting internal audits and using basic measuring equipment
• Computer literacy, including MRP systems (training provided)
• A full driving licence or ability to travel to a rural location

Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to 28 with service)
• Flexible working patterns around core hours
• Health insurance & company pension scheme
• Tailored training programmes to support your development
• Free on-site parking, refreshments & PPE provided
• Brand new staff welfare facility & staff library
• A genuinely supportive and thoughtful team culture