Quality Engineer

Terry Parris Associates; Sunbury-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Terry Parris Associates is seeking a Quality Engineer in Sunbury-on-Thames to maintain and improve the Quality Management System and support product excellence under aerospace and defence regulatory frameworks.

You will drive root cause analysis, participate in customer approvals, audits, and product release certifications, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within a high-reliability environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace/defence high-reliability environments.
• Knowledge of quality systems and regulatory standards such as AS9100/FAA.
• Proven ability to perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Produce and validate First Article Reports (FARs) for customers and suppliers.
• Lead cross-functional teams to resolve product quality issues through effective corrective actions.
• Monitor and elevate internal quality concerns, supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Host customer and third-party audits, and carry out internal audits as required.
• Ensure product release certification in line with EASA, FAR, and related standards.
• Support quality metrics implementation and deputise for the Quality Manager when required.

Skills

QA engineering

AS9100/FAA standards

Root cause analysis

Communication skills

Excel reporting

Job description

Quality Engineer

Location: Sunbury-on-Thames
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Job Type: Permanent or contract , Full-Time

We are seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join a high-performing engineering and manufacturing team. This role is responsible for maintaining and improving the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and supporting product excellence through robust root cause analysis and corrective action.

As a Quality Engineer, you'll play a key role in customer approvals, audits, and product release certifications while driving continuous improvement in line with aerospace and defence regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce and validate First Article Reports (FARs) for customers and suppliers.
• Lead cross-functional teams to resolve product quality issues through effective corrective actions.
• Monitor and elevate internal quality concerns, supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Host customer and third-party audits, and carry out internal audits as required.
• Ensure product release certification in line with EASA, FAR, and related standards.
• Support quality metrics implementation and deputise for the Quality Manager when required.

Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in a Quality Engineer role within aerospace, defence, or similar high-reliability environments.
• Knowledge of AS9100, FAA standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in root cause analysis.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage with customers and present to management.
• Competent in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, with strong report-writing ability.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Quality Engineer to further develop their career within a challenging and rewarding environment.