Quality Engineer: Aerospace, APQP & Continuous Improvement

Owen Daniels; Redditch; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading precision engineering firm in Redditch is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to manage product and process quality across the full lifecycle. This role requires a proactive quality professional with experience in aerospace, defence, or similar industries, strong knowledge of PPAP and APQP processes, and a commitment to continuous improvement. The position offers a competitive salary up to £48,000, great career progression, and various benefits.

Benefits

Salary up to £48,000

Excellent career progression

Pension and holidays

Ongoing training

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quality Engineer in relevant sectors.
• Good understanding of AS9100 / ISO9001 standards.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead Quality Assurance activities throughout manufacturing.
• Manage PPAP documentation and APQP processes.
• Drive effective problem-solving using structured methodologies.
• Support audits to AS9100 / ISO9001 standards.

Skills

Experience in aerospace or defence

Knowledge of PPAP and APQP

Problem-solving methodologies (8D, 5 Whys)

Stakeholder engagement

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Engineering

Job description

A leading precision engineering firm in Redditch is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to manage product and process quality across the full lifecycle. This role requires a proactive quality professional with experience in aerospace, defence, or similar industries, strong knowledge of PPAP and APQP processes, and a commitment to continuous improvement. The position offers a competitive salary up to £48,000, great career progression, and various benefits.