Quality Engineer

Holt Executive; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing technology company in the defense sector is seeking a Quality Engineer to support product delivery and introduction on multiple Cyber and Information Assurance projects. The role entails developing management systems, leading quality improvement initiatives, and collaborating with suppliers. Eligibility for UK security clearance is required. Strong knowledge in AS9100 and hands-on experience with continuous improvement tools are vital for success.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of part inspection methods and measurement techniques.
• Hands-on experience with continuous improvement tools such as Lean, Kaizen, or Six Sigma.
• Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, FAIRs, and control plans.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the company's quality improvement programme.
• Maintain and develop certified management systems.
• Take part in audits and reviews.
• Lead targeted improvement initiatives.
• Work with suppliers to raise quality standards.
• Support new product introduction.
• Oversee configuration management approvals.
• Design and refine processes.
• Approve suppliers, products, and services.
• Manage investigations into quality issues.

Skills

Part inspection methods

Measurement techniques

Lean

Kaizen

Six Sigma

APQP

PPAP

FAIRs

Control plans

Supplier performance improvement

Education

HNC/Degree in Engineering or a related field

Job description

We are seeking a versatile Quality Engineer to join a growing team supporting the delivery of existing products and the introduction of new products across multiple Cyber and Information Assurance projects. This role offers the opportunity to work on the development of cutting-edge products and applications within the security and defence industry.

The position is based in Farnborough, with occasional travel to remote manufacturing locations as required. Candidates must be eligible for UK security clearance (SC).

What you'll be doing

• Contribute to the company's quality improvement programme and help shape future best practice.
• Maintain and develop certified management systems (AS9100, ISO14001, ISO45001, ISO27001).
• Take part in audits and reviews with customers, suppliers, and certification bodies.
• Lead targeted improvement initiatives to boost Quality, Cost, and Delivery performance.
• Work with suppliers to raise quality standards and ensure supply chain compliance.
• Support new product introduction with structured quality plans.
• Oversee configuration management approvals and manage obsolescence processes.
• Design and refine processes, applying techniques such as PFMEA, DFMEA and value stream mapping.
• Approve suppliers, products, and services to meet internal quality standards.
• Manage investigations into quality issues, from root cause analysis through to resolution.
• Produce and deliver clear quality documentation and reports for both internal and external use.

What you'll need

• Strong understanding of part inspection methods and measurement techniques.
• Hands-on experience with continuous improvement tools such as Lean, Kaizen, or Six Sigma.
• Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, FAIRs, and control plans.
• Solid knowledge of AS9100; additional experience with ISO14001, ISO45001 or ISO27001 is a plus.
• A collaborative approach, able to work independently while influencing others positively.
• Experience improving supplier performance and driving measurable results.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• UK national, eligible for SC clearance.

Desirable skills

• HNC/Degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Background in aerospace, defence, automotive, or other high-reliability manufacturing environments.
• Exposure to both low- and high-volume production; PCB manufacturing knowledge is advantageous