Quality Engineer - 1337

Defence iQ; Luton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent organization in the Defence & Security sector seeks an experienced Quality Engineer for a contract role in Luton. The position involves ensuring quality standards, conducting inspections, and reducing costs, making it ideal for candidates with relevant experience and qualifications looking for impactful projects.

Benefits

Initial 3-month contract with potential for extension

Opportunity to work within a leading organization

Engage in challenging projects

Potential for professional growth

Qualifications

• Experience in Quality Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Quality Management in Defence & Aerospace.
• Strong knowledge of AS9100 and AS9102 standards.
• Ability to work in Integrated Project Teams (IPTs).

Responsibilities

• Conduct First Article Inspections in accordance with AS9102 standards.
• Audit the Business Management System (BMS) per AS9100 standards.
• Support non-conformance cost reduction.

Skills

Quality Engineering

Quality Assurance

Quality Management

Quality Auditing

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Organisational Skills

Time Management

Education

Relevant engineering or quality assurance qualification

Job description

Our client, a prominent organisation in the Defence & Security and Aerospace sectors, is seeking a Quality Engineer for a contract position to be based onsite in Luton.

Key Responsibilities

• Offer advice, support and assistance on all Quality Assurance / Quality Control matters
• Contribute actively to IPT requirements, delivering a compliant product on time while meeting all cost and safety requirements
• Conduct First Article Inspections in accordance with AS9102 standards
• Audit the Business Management System (BMS) in accordance with AS9100 standards
• Support the reduction of Non-Conformance costs and foster a root cause and corrective action culture
• Implement Assurance function's improvement plans across all phases of the Programme, Product, and Project Lifecycle
• Positively influence quality behaviours using effective interpersonal skills
• Attend and contribute to key meetings, including IPT, functional, Operations, and Engineering meetings
• Ensure concessions and production permits are processed correctly and promptly, directly supporting where required
• Support achievement of project assurance milestones within the Programme, Product, and Project lifecycle
• Assist in delivering reports and supporting data to the Programme, Project, and function as required
  
  

Job Requirements

• Experience in Quality Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Quality Management within the Defence & Security and Aerospace sectors
• Strong knowledge of AS9100 and AS9102 standards
• Significant understanding of quality control processes and procedures
• Proficiency in quality auditing and non-conformance cost reduction
• Ability to work collaboratively within Integrated Project Teams (IPTs)
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities
• Relevant engineering or quality assurance qualification
  
  

Benefits

• Initial 3-month contract with potential for extension
• Opportunity to work within a leading organisation in the Defence & Security and Aerospace sectors
• Engage in challenging and impactful projects
• Potential for professional growth and development
  
  

If you are an experienced Quality Engineer looking for a dynamic role within the Defence & Security and Aerospace sectors, we encourage you to apply now to join our client's team in Luton.