Quality Engineer

N Consulting Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Prestwick, Scotland, seeks a Quality Engineer to ensure products and processes adhere to quality standards. Responsibilities include overseeing manufacturing quality, liaising with customers/suppliers, and managing quality systems. Candidates should have 2+ years in Quality/Engineering and a solid understanding of aerospace standards. This is a full-time, onsite role with potential travel.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in Quality/Engineering, preferably aerospace.
• Strong understanding of AS 9100 and aviation quality standards.
• Experience with manufacturing governance and defect investigations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and improve manufacturing processes for quality control.
• Maintain the Project Quality Management System (QMS).
• Liaise with customers regarding quality issues.

Skills

Quality management

Aerospace regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Smartsheet

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

HNC or higher in Quality or Engineering

Tools

Quality tools

Job description

Position: Quality Engineer (4 openings)
Type: Full-time, fully onsite (no remote work)
Contract: Minimum 6 months
Location: Prestwick, Scotland
Experience Required: 2+ years in Quality/Engineering (aerospace preferred)
Role Overview
You'll be part of the Prestwick Program Team, making sure that products and processes meet internal, customer, and regulatory quality standards. This includes overseeing manufacturing governance, driving improvements, and being the quality interface between customers, suppliers, and regulatory bodies.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor and improve manufacturing processes, ensuring they meet quality control limits.
Maintain and review the Project Quality Management System (QMS).
Report and analyse project quality performance, set improvement targets, and implement solutions.
Liaise with customers and suppliers on quality issues and defect investigations.
Manage Material Review Board (MRB) activities and non-conformance handling.
Plan and oversee inspections (First Article, Last Article, delegated source).
Conduct supplier gap analysis and ensure APQP deliverables are met.
Act as the main quality focal point for all stakeholders.
Support training and development for quality staff.
Skills & Qualifications
Preferred: HNC or higher in Quality or Engineering.
Strong understanding of AS 9100, aerospace regulatory approvals, and certification requirements.
Familiarity with engineering drawings, aerospace manufacturing systems, and quality tools.
Competent in Smartsheet and Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong communication skills for customer/supplier interfacing.
Ability to travel for project needs.