Quality Engineer

Holt Recruitment Group Limited; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace engineering firm in Weymouth is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer. In this role, you will ensure compliance with AS9100 standards and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates have a proven background in quality assurance within precision engineering sectors and strong analytical skills. The position offers a salary around £35,000, along with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative culture

Involvement in high-end aerospace projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quality Engineer within aerospace or precision engineering sectors.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering drawings.
• Experience with auditing, inspection techniques, and problem-solving tools.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain compliance with AS9100 and customer requirements.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Drive waste and variation reduction using lean and six sigma principles.

Skills

Quality assurance

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

HNC or professional qualification in a relevant discipline

Tools

AS9100

ISO9001

Auditing techniques

Job description

Overview

Quality Engineer – Weymouth, Dorset. Salary: Circa £35,000.

Play a key role in driving quality, compliance, and improvement within a world-class precision manufacturer. We’re working with a highly respected aerospace engineering company based in Dorset, known for producing complex precision components and assemblies to the highest standards. They’re now looking for an experienced Quality Engineer to strengthen their quality department and support continuous improvement across the business. As a Quality Engineer, you’ll be the go-to person for all things quality, from internal audits and customer reviews to supporting MRB, RCCA, and process improvement initiatives. You’ll work closely with the Quality Manager, customers, and production teams to ensure everything leaving the site meets both AS9100 requirements and customer expectations.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain compliance with AS9100, customer, and regulatory requirements
• Lead and support root cause analysis, MRB, and corrective actions
• Review and interpret First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs)
• Act as a key contact for quality matters both internally and externally
• Drive waste and variation reduction using lean and six sigma principles
• Participate in audits, customer reviews, and business improvement workshops
• Help develop and implement standard processes across departments
• Promote and embed a culture of continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quality Engineer within aerospace or other precision engineering sectors
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering drawings
• Working knowledge of AS9100, ISO9001, and ideally NADCAP
• Experience with auditing, inspection techniques, and problem-solving tools
• HNC or professional qualification in a relevant discipline
• Lead auditor training or certification would be advantageous
• Confident communicator with strong analytical and decision-making skills

What you’ll get

• Salary around the £35,000 mark, depending on experience
• The chance to work on high-end aerospace projects within a forward-thinking business
• A collaborative culture that values professional development and continuous improvement

If you’re a Quality Engineer looking to take ownership of quality initiatives and play a big part in a company’s ongoing success, this one’s for you.

Call Hayden at Holt Engineering on 07955 081 482.