Quality Engineer

Tec Partners; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace engineering firm in South West UK is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to ensure compliance with aerospace standards, focusing on FAIRs and PPAP. Candidates should have proven experience in compiling FAIRs and a strong knowledge of quality tools. The role offers a competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000 plus benefits, including a pension scheme and health plans.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Health & wellbeing plan

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience compiling and submitting FAIRs within aerospace.
• Strong knowledge of PPAP and related quality tools.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical data.

Responsibilities

• Lead the compilation, validation, and submission of FAIRs.
• Manage FAIR submissions and track progress.
• Develop and maintain PPAP documentation.
• Work closely with engineering and production teams.
• Support internal and customer audits.

Skills

Compiling and submitting FAIRs

Knowledge of PPAP

Understanding of AS9100 and AS9102

Interpreting engineering drawings

Excellent communication skills

Education

HNC/HND or degree in Engineering/Quality

Job description

Overview

Position: Quality Engineer - Aerospace

Location: South West UK (On-site)

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 + benefits

I'm currently supporting a long-established aerospace engineering company who are looking for an experienced Quality Engineer to join their team. This role will be key in ensuring compliance with aerospace standards, with a particular focus on FAIRs and PPAP.

Responsibilities

• Lead the compilation, validation, and submission of First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) in line with AS9102, AS9100 Rev D, and customer-specific requirements (including Rolls-Royce SABRe4).
• Manage FAIR submissions via customer portals, tracking progress and handling feedback or rejections.
• Develop and maintain PPAP documentation (balloon drawings, control plans, PFMEAs, MSAs, capability reports).
• Work closely with engineering, production, and inspection teams to gather and validate data.
• Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits.
• Drive problem-solving using tools such as 8D and 5-Why.

What You'll Need

• Proven experience compiling and submitting FAIRs within aerospace.
• Strong knowledge of PPAP and related quality tools.
• Good understanding of AS9100 and AS9102 standards.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical data.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.

Desirable

• 3+ years' aerospace quality engineering experience.
• HNC/HND or degree in Engineering/Quality.
• Knowledge of Rolls-Royce SABRe4.
• Lead Auditor certification (AS9100/ISO 9001).

Hours & Benefits

• 37 hours per week (Mon-Thu 07:30-16:00, Fri 07:30-12:30).
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Pension scheme, health & wellbeing plan, life insurance.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Quality Engineer with strong FAIR and PPAP experience to join a well-established aerospace manufacturer offering stability, development, and a competitive package.

If this sounds like the right move for you, please apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion