Quality Engineer

Hexcel; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading composites technology firm is seeking a Quality Engineer for its Duxford, UK location. The role involves supporting operations and leading quality improvement initiatives within the aerospace composites sector. Candidates should have experience with complex Quality Management Systems, project management, and technical expertise, as well as familiarity with tools like Minitab. Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience with complex Quality Management Systems in a relevant industry.
• Proven exposure to project management and quality auditing to AS9100/ISO 9001 standards.
• Strong understanding of aerospace composites sector and regulatory challenges.

Responsibilities

• Support operations, customers, and suppliers to optimize capacity.
• Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct investigations, projects, and data analysis using tools like Minitab.

Skills

Project management

Quality auditing

Statistical analysis

Problem resolution

Technical support

Education

Scientific degree or equivalent qualification

Tools

Minitab

APRISO

AX2012

Job description

With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advance composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs and additive manufactured parts. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices and R&T centers around the globe.Become a part of the “strength within.”

Hexcel is currently seeking a Quality Engineer for our Duxford, UK location.

The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following obligations:

• Support operations, customers, and suppliers to optimize capacity and minimize disruptions.
• Lead and participate in ancillary tasks such as 5S, FOD, FMEA, APQP, LEAN, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Facilitate resolution of internal and external complaints using RCCA and global tools, ensuring timely communication of progress.
• Collaborate across departments globally and locally to provide appropriate technical support and testing.
• Perform PSI checks and adhere to PPE requirements in line with company safety goals.
• Conduct investigations, projects, and data analysis using tools like Minitab, NWA, and LIMS to support quality improvements.
• Review and safeguard specifications (global, European, local) to ensure legal compliance and manage exceptions.
• Support QMS reviews and audits to maintain system robustness and identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop expertise in Hexcel products, processes, and testing to assist with internal and external problem resolution.
• Contribute to audits and ERP system maintenance (APRISO, AX2012) and perform additional tasks as directed by the Quality Manager.

Qualifications:

• Experience with complex Quality Management Systems in a relevant industry.
• Proven exposure to project management and quality auditing to AS9100/ISO 9001 standards, with awareness of NADCAP.
• A scientific degree or equivalent qualification, or the ability to achieve this level of academic expertise.
• A strong understanding of the aerospace composites sector and its associated technical and regulatory challenges.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SPC techniques, statistics, and statistical tools such as Minitab (or equivalent software).
• Experience working in a department that interfaces with multiple global sites and senior management levels is desirable.
• Experience using QMS software or laboratory data-management systems is advantageous.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the country where the position is based. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.