Quality Engineer

Rolls-Royce; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Rolls-Royce Derby is seeking a Quality Engineer to help shape the future of quality capability and data analytics within the Civil Aerospace sector. You will work across the value stream, developing and deploying the Quality Capability, Data and Reporting strategy and delivering learning solutions to build capability in quality-related skills.

The role focuses on data analytics, reporting and continuous improvement, with opportunities to influence leadership, governance and risk, and to

Qualifications

• Experience in the use of Power BI.
• Experience in using AI to secure insight from data.
• Prior experience in a Quality role is preferable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and deployment of the Quality Capability, Data and Reporting strategy.
• Support the development and implementation of learning solutions to improve capability in the skills aligned to Quality. To include developing and delivering learning solutions through platforms such as MyLeatro powered by Sana.
• Perform data analytics and implement reports through Power BI and AI / MC learning to provide insight that can be acted upon to improve the Quality of delivered product and services.
• Perform evaluation of the Operating System (process, culture & leadership, governance & risk etc …) to identify and implement opportunities for improvement.
• Perform problem containment and resolution, to minimise impact and to ensure corrective and preventative actions are completed and verified in a timely manner.
• Create and deliver a communication plan, to include managing the Quality function communication plan and organising learning and engagement events.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal relationships

Influencing without authority

Data Analysis

Data Reporting

Problem resolution

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Quality Engineer

Derby – Full time

Position summary

The Quality of our products and services is of critical importance to Rolls‑Royce, it underpins the safety of our products and is fundamental to meeting customer and regulatory requirements.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of the team driving the capability of the Quality function, and to provide insight that will enable the business to deliver its goals now and in the future. You will work within a supportive, collaborative and learning culture that will enable you to develop skills, innovate ideas and grow your career.

You will have the opportunity to operate across the value stream and with other businesses outside of Civil Aerospace.

We are looking for someone who is keen to learn, self‑confident, creative, persistent, and comfortable working with systems and data.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of shaping the future of Quality capability and data analytics in Civil Aerospace.

What you will be doing?

• Support the development and deployment of the Quality Capability, Data and Reporting strategy.
• Support the development and implementation of learning solutions to improve capability in the skills aligned to Quality. To include developing and delivering learning solutions through platforms such as MyLeatro powered by Sana.
• Perform data analytics and implement reports through Power BI and AI / MC learning to provide insight that can be acted upon to improve the Quality of delivered product and services.
• Perform evaluation of the Operating System (process, culture & leadership, governance & risk etc …) to identify and implement opportunities for improvement.
• Perform problem containment and resolution, to minimise impact and to ensure corrective and preventative actions are completed and verified in a timely manner.
• Create and deliver a communication plan, to include managing the Quality function communication plan and organising learning and engagement events.

Preferable skills

• Communication
• Interpersonal relationships
• Influencing without authority
• Data Analysis
• Data Reporting
• Problem resolution

Preferable experience / qualifications

• Experience in the use of Power BI
• Experience in using AI to secure insight from data
• Prior experience in a Quality role is preferable but not essential

Regional Benefits

• Work in a safety‑first environment where doing the right thing and keeping it simple are core principles.
• Join a culture that values making a real difference through your work.
• Develop your career as a mid‑career professional blending technical expertise with strong personal qualities.
• Thrive in a role that encourages integrity, accountability, resilience, and curiosity.
• Collaborate and build relationships in a team‑focused environment while also working independently.
• Take initiative, lead, and make smart decisions with confidence and support.
• Grow through continuous learning, openness to improvement, and exposure to challenging opportunities.

Rolls‑Royce is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.

Closing date 5th August