Quality Engineer

Raytheon Technologies; Livingston; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in defence and aerospace technology seeks a Quality Engineer to ensure quality processes and standards are upheld. The role involves delivering Quality Assurance while working closely with program teams, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Candidates should have strong communication skills and relevant engineering qualifications. This position offers a collaborative environment focused on national security and innovation.

Qualifications

• Good customer knowledge (product & requirements) is essential.
• Must be a self-starter, team player with strong communication skills.
• An electronics manufacturing background is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Primary authority on quality matters for assigned programs.
• Conduct quality audits and support external audits.
• Investigating defects and addressing root causes.

Skills

Good customer knowledge (product & requirements)

Ability to review & interpret drawings

Familiarity with ISO9001 requirements

Self-starter, team player, good communicator

Flexible and open to diverse opinions and ideas

Electronics manufacturing background

Internal Auditor or training in AS9100/ISO/TS16949

Awareness of IPC soldering standards

HNC/HND in engineering discipline or equivalent

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Proactive in risk reduction and issue resolution

Promote continuous improvement through best practices

Knowledge of CCA and mechanical assembly

Education

HNC/HND in engineering discipline or equivalent experience

Job description

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At Raytheon UK, we take pride in being a leader in defence and aerospace technology. We are committed to innovation, talent development, and a culture of excellence.

Joining our team means contributing to national security and personal growth. We offer a collaborative environment, professional development opportunities, and a meaningful purpose in our work. Together, we are advancing technology and building a community dedicated to safeguarding a safer, more connected world.

At Raytheon UK (RSL), driven by innovation and integrity, we uphold high standards of ethics and visionary thinking, making success achievable for our employees.

About the role:

This is an exciting opportunity for a Quality Engineer to join Raytheon UK, reporting to the Quality Delivery Lead for the Weapons & Sensors business area. Your responsibilities include delivering Quality Assurance in line with the Quality Management System and Policy across the W&S business unit, aligning with program teams. As part of the QA Team, you will conduct daily activities and engage with stakeholders across the Integrated Project Team (IPT).

You will ensure quality processes are continuously improved, emphasizing defect prevention, reducing variation and waste, supporting ongoing improvements, minimizing costs, and maximizing customer satisfaction while adhering to procedures and processes. You will support the IPT in driving growth, efficiency, profitability, and inter-company relationships.

Skills and Experience

• Good customer knowledge (product & requirements)
• Ability to review & interpret drawings
• Familiarity with ISO9001 requirements
• Self-starter, team player, good communicator (written, verbal, listening)
• Flexible and open to diverse opinions and ideas
• Electronics manufacturing background (advantageous)
• Internal Auditor or training in AS9100 and/or ISO/TS16949
• Awareness of IPC soldering standards
• HNC/HND in engineering discipline or equivalent experience
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Proactive in risk reduction and issue resolution
• Promote continuous improvement through best practices and problem solving
• Knowledge of CCA and mechanical assembly

Responsibilities/Main Duties

• Primary authority on quality matters for assigned programs
• Communicating with program and functional areas to support business goals
• Conducting quality audits (product, process, release)
• Supporting external audits and understanding regulatory requirements (AS9100 & ISO 9001)
• Supporting customer visits
• Investigating defects and addressing root causes
• Closing audit non-conformities and customer complaints
• Providing quality input for bids on new business
• Ensuring compliance with customer and regulatory requirements
• Performing First Article Reviews (FARs)
• Participating in Gate Reviews
• Maintaining quality records (QPulse)
• Monitoring and reporting on program quality status