Quality Engineer

Reed; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Southend-on-Sea is seeking a Quality Engineer to ensure compliance with aerospace standards and drive continuous improvement. The successful candidate will conduct internal audits, investigate quality issues, and implement corrective actions. This full-time position offers competitive salary, 25 days leave, and various benefits. Ideal for those with experience in aerospace quality systems and strong analytical abilities. Join a company that values engineering excellence and compliance.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Death-in-service cover

Long-service awards

Early Friday finish

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Quality Engineer role within aerospace or precision manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of AS9100 and AS9102 standards.
• Experience with auditing and non-conformance management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audits against AS9100 and customer-specific requirements.
• Investigate customer complaints and implement corrective actions.
• Lead root-cause analysis using methodologies like 8D and 5 Whys.

Skills

Quality assurance

Problem-solving

Auditing

Analytical skills

Communication

Job description

Quality Engineer – Aerospace

Location: BasildonSalary:COMPETITIVE DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCEHours: Monday–Thursday 08:00–17:00 | Friday 07:30–12:30Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

An established aerospace manufacturing organisation is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to support and strengthen its quality and compliance function. This role offers the opportunity to play a hands‑on part in maintaining aerospace standards, supporting continuous improvement, and ensuring customer and regulatory requirements are consistently met.

Working within a precision engineering environment, the successful candidate will have a strong understanding of aerospace quality systems and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 statutory holidays
• Pension scheme
• Death-in-service cover
• Long‑service awards
• Early Friday finish
• Opportunity to influence and drive continuous improvement initiatives

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audits against AS9100 and customer‑specific requirements
• Investigate customer complaints and rejections, implementing corrective actions
• Lead root‑cause analysis using methodologies such as 8D, Fishbone and 5 Whys
• Manage internal non‑conformance reporting and resolution
• Work cross‑functionally to identify, address and prevent quality issues
• Support ongoing continuous improvement and best‑practice initiatives

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a Quality Engineer role within aerospace or precision manufacturing
• Strong working knowledge of AS9100 and AS9102 standards
• Experience with auditing, non‑conformance management and corrective action processes
• Confident communicator with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Able to manage changing priorities and collaborate effectively across departments

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of quality within a high‑precision aerospace environment. The role offers real influence, autonomy, and the chance to work with a business that values compliance, improvement and engineering excellence.

If you are a Quality Engineer looking for a role where your expertise will make a tangible impact, this opportunity is well worth exploring.