Quality Engineer

Leonardo; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

At Leonardo, a leading aerospace and defense company, a Quality Engineer is needed to enhance the Quality Assurance processes within the Servicing and Support line of business. The role involves ensuring compliance with standards, mentoring teams, and leading improvement initiatives. Work in a collaborative environment with the opportunity for hybrid working and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Dental schemes

Access to 4000+ online courses via Coursera

25 days plus bank holidays

Pension with up to 15% employer contribution

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Further education and experience in complex industries.
• Knowledge of AS9100 / ISO9001 and Continuous Improvement.
• Experience with Quality Tools like Root Cause Corrective Action.

Responsibilities

• Support and assist on Quality Assurance / Quality Control matters.
• Lead improvement plans across all phases of the Programme.
• Interact with the IPT to meet Programme and IPT objectives.

Skills

Logical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative skills

Education

Education in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or Defence Electronics

Tools

Quality Tools

Job description

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At Leonardo, we have an opportunity for a Quality Engineer within our Servicing and Support line of business (Advance Targeting) based in Edinburgh.

The servicing and support line of business (AT) is uniquely positioned to service our world-leading radars, lasers, and infra-red countermeasure systems.

As an AT Product Assurance Engineer, you will interact at Programme and Integrated Project Team (IPT) level, working in partnership with the Programme and Project Managers. Please note this role will include shift working (4on/4off).

What you’ll do as a Quality Engineer

You will interact at IPT level and work with the Operations team/IPT to:

• Offer advice, support, and assistance on all Quality Assurance / Quality Control matters
• Contribute to IPT requirements to deliver compliant products on time, meeting all cost and safety standards
• Agree on Project Assurance Plans (PAP) defining project assurance activities aligned to Risks, Opportunities, and Improvements within the Programme
• Provide leadership to Assurance Teams to meet Programme and IPT objectives
• Ensure LPS goals for Quality KPIs (QNs, MRB, FRBs, etc.) are achieved by supporting improvement plans and managing key activities like MRB
• Lead improvement plans across all phases of the Programme, Product, and Project Lifecycle
• Mentor others to foster Quality excellence
• Apply interpersonal skills to positively influence behaviors within Quality at individual and team levels
• Attend and contribute to key meetings such as IPT, morning meetings, DPU forums, Engineering WO meetings, etc.
• Ensure concessions and production permits are processed correctly and promptly, supporting where needed
• Support achievement of project assurance milestones throughout the lifecycle
• Assist in delivering reports and data to the Programme, Project, and function as required
• Support reduction of Non-Conformance costs and promote a root cause and corrective action culture

What we need from you:

• Further education and experience in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or Defence Electronics or similar complex industries
• Knowledge of AS9100 / ISO9001 and Continuous Improvement
• Experience with Quality Tools such as Root Cause Corrective Action, Pattern Fault Lifecycle, Process Mapping, Verification, and First Article Inspection
• Logical thinking skills to analyze complex data and develop practical solutions aligned with business goals
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills across functions
• Experience working with Customers and Suppliers
• Experience in high precision manufacturing environments

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Life at Leonardo

We offer a company-funded benefits package, commitment to learning and development, and flexible working hours focused on employee and customer needs. A career with Leonardo offers many opportunities and accessibility.

• Flexible Working: Hybrid options available, part-time opportunities available upon discussion
• Benefits: Private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle allowances (£500/year)
• Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, options to buy/sell leave, and up to 12 additional flexi leave days
• Pension: Up to 15% employer contribution
• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, mental health support, financial wellbeing, diversity & inclusion initiatives
• Lifestyle: Discounted gym memberships, Cycle to Work scheme
• Training: Access to 4000+ online courses via Coursera
• Referral Incentive: Rewards for successful referrals
• Bonus: Management-level bonus schemes