Quality Engineer

Viasat; London Borough of Islington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Viasat in the United Kingdom seeks a Quality Engineer to support European operations, focusing on OEM Line Fit programs, supplier quality, and quality compliance for aviation products throughout development and production.

The role collaborates with Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations and Regulatory teams to drive continuous improvement, investigate quality concerns, and ensure effective QMS compliance across the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Applied Sciences, or a related technical discipline.
• 6+ years of experience in quality, manufacturing, operations, and/or engineering within a product development and manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting aerospace, aviation, electronics, or other highly regulated industries.
• Working knowledge of quality management systems, including AS9100 and/or ISO9001.
• Experience conducting audits, including supplier audits and quality management system audits.
• Experience leading or supporting RCCA investigations and continuous improvement activities.
• Knowledge of quality tools and methodologies such as FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, 8D, and 5 Why analysis.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, manufacturing documentation, and process procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across functional teams and external partners.
• Ability to travel up to 25% within Europe and internationally as required.
• UK Right To Work (RTW) ability

Responsibilities

• Provide quality engineering support for European aviation and flight safety products throughout development, production, and operational lifecycles.
• Support OEM Line Fit quality activities, coordinating with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure quality requirements are met.
• Partner with Supply Chain and suppliers to address quality concerns, drive corrective actions, and improve supplier performance.
• Conduct supplier assessments and audits to verify compliance with applicable quality management systems, contract requirements, and industry standards.
• Lead and support RCCA investigations utilizing 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone Analysis, FMEA, and other quality tools.
• Support the management and disposition of non-conforming material and corrective action activities.
• Participate in internal and external quality audits, ensuring compliance with AS9100, ISO9001, or other regulatory requirements, as applicable.
• Support quality planning and risk mitigation activities for new products, product changes, and supplier transitions.
• Analyze quality metrics and trends to identify improvement opportunities and communicate status to leadership and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Regulatory, and Program teams to ensure quality requirements are effectively implemented and maintained.
• Support customer and OEM quality inquiries as needed, while serving primarily as an internal quality leader for the European region.

Skills

AS9100

ISO9001

Aerospace quality

Root Cause Analysis

8D

Supplier audits

Audit leadership

FMEA

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Oracle ERP

Agile PLM

Job description

About us

One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.

What you'll do

As a Quality Engineer you will support quality activities across Viasat's European operations, ensuring products and processes meet customer, regulatory, and business requirements throughout the product lifecycle. This role will focus on OEM quality support for Line Fit programs, supplier quality management, and quality compliance activities supporting aviation and flight safety products.

Working closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Program Management, Regulatory, and Product teams, you will help drive continuous improvement, investigate quality concerns, support audits, and ensure effective quality management system compliance across the region.

The ideal candidate will have experience in aerospace or aviation manufacturing environments, strong auditing and supplier quality experience, and a solid understanding of AS9100 quality systems and regulatory compliance requirements.

The day-to-day

• Provide quality engineering support for European aviation and flight safety products throughout development, production, and operational lifecycles.
• Support OEM Line Fit quality activities, coordinating with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure quality requirements are met.
• Partner with Supply Chain and suppliers to address quality concerns, drive corrective actions, and improve supplier performance.
• Conduct supplier assessments and audits to verify compliance with applicable quality management systems, contract requirements, and industry standards.
• Lead and support Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations utilizing 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone Analysis, FMEA, and other quality tools.
• Support the management and disposition of non-conforming material and corrective action activities.
• Participate in internal and external quality audits, ensuring compliance with AS9100, ISO9001, or other regulatory requirements, as applicable.
• Support quality planning and risk mitigation activities for new products, product changes, and supplier transitions.
• Analyze quality metrics and trends to identify improvement opportunities and communicate status to leadership and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Regulatory, and Program teams to ensure quality requirements are effectively implemented and maintained.
• Support customer and OEM quality inquiries as needed, while serving primarily as an internal quality leader for the European region.

What you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Applied Sciences, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of experience in quality, manufacturing, operations, and/or engineering within a product development and manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting aerospace, aviation, electronics, or other highly regulated industries.
• Working knowledge of quality management systems, including AS9100 and/or ISO9001.
• Experience conducting audits, including supplier audits and quality management system audits.
• Experience leading or supporting Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations and continuous improvement activities.
• Knowledge of quality tools and methodologies such as FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, 8D, and 5 Why analysis.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, manufacturing documentation, and process procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across functional teams and external partners.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to travel up to 25% within Europe and internationally as required.
• UK Right To Work (RTW) ability

What will help you on the job

• Experience supporting OEM Line Fit programs within the aerospace or aviation industry.
• AS9100 Lead Auditor training, Internal Auditor certification, or equivalent auditing experience.
• Experience performing supplier quality audits and supplier development activities.
• Familiarity with AS9102 First Article Inspection requirements.
• Experience supporting aviation safety, flight safety, avionics, or airborne communication products.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements within the aviation industry.
• Experience with Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) methodologies and deliverables.
• Familiarity with ERP and PLM systems such as Oracle and Agile.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent continuous improvement training.
• Experience working with global suppliers and international manufacturing partners.

EEO Statement

Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.