Quality Engineer

Mech Tech Professionals; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Bristol is seeking a Quality Engineer to oversee the compilation and validation of First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs). You will ensure compliance with AS9102 standards, liaise with departments to gather data, and support audits. Ideal candidates will have an apprenticeship or HNC in Engineering, along with solid knowledge of quality management systems. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £40k and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Practical knowledge of manufacturing and quality management systems.
• Ability to understand and interpret engineering drawings.
• Proven knowledge of statistical process control.

Responsibilities

• Lead the FAIR compilation process.
• Ensure compliance with AS9102 standards.
• Liaise with internal departments for data validation.

Skills

Knowledge of AS9102 standards

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Understanding of engineering drawings

Experience with SPC

Education

Apprenticeship or HNC in Engineering, Quality or similar

Tools

Quality management systems

8D methodology

PFMEAs

Job description

Quality Engineer - Bristol - Up to £40k DOE, plus excellent benefits

Our client, a leading specialist manufacturer of machined components for the aerospace sector, is looking to recruit a Quality Engineer for their prestigious site based in Bristol. The Quality Engineer will play an integral part in the compilation, validation, and submission of First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) to aerospace customers, ensuring full compliance with AS9102, AS9100 Rev D.

Salary: £40k DOE, plus excellent benefits.

Location: Bristol

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end process of FAIR compilation, including gathering and verifying all required documentation, inspection results, material certifications, and process validations.
• Ensure all FAIRs are completed in accordance with AS9102 standards and specific customer requirements.
• Liaise with internal departments (engineering, production, inspection) to collect and validate data for FAIR submissions.
• Submit FAIRs through customer portals and manage feedback or rejections.
• Maintain a robust tracking system for FAIR status, approvals, and revisions.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100 Rev D and customer-specific quality standards.
• Lead the development and deployment of zero-defect methodology.
• Support internal and external audits, including customer and regulatory audits.
• Develop and maintain quality PPAP documentation including Balloon drawings, control plans, PFMEAs, MSAs and Capability reports.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure incoming product quality and compliance.
• Accomplish investigations using established 8D techniques to determine problems, root cause, corrective, and preventative actions in support of internal and external non-conformances.

The successful candidate

• Apprenticeship or HNC in Engineering, Quality, or a related discipline.
• Practical knowledge of manufacturing and quality management systems.
• Ability to understand and interpret engineering drawings, technical data and customer specific requirements including geometric tolerancing.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, problem solving skills, and some understanding of Aerospace requirements.
• Proven knowledge of SPC (Statistical process control) and the deployment of appropriate process quality tools and techniques.
• In-depth experience of problem solving using appropriate quality tools and techniques such as 8D, 5 Why.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Quality Engineer looking to join a well-established organisation where you can build your career.