Quality Engineer - Aerospace Manufacturing

Matchtech; Fareham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Employer pension contribution

Early finish Fridays

Career development and training

Learning and development programmes

Job summary

Matchtech seeks a Quality Engineer in Fareham to support aerospace quality activities within the QMS, driving process improvements, audits and regulatory compliance. You will develop SPC tools, PFMEA, 8D investigations and participate in design reviews for new product introductions.

The role requires an engineering background, knowledge of aerospace standards, strong IT skills (Excel/Word/Access) and the ability to collaborate across teams to meet quality objectives.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience in aerospace quality with PFMEA and 8D investigations.
• Knowledge of EASA and AS9100 is advantageous.
• Strong communication and auditing skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply quality engineering tools, including SPC, Gauge R&R, FMEA and control plans.
• Coordinate regular quality reviews and KPIs for management.
• Investigate quality issues with internal and external stakeholders to resolution.
• Participate in product recalls as required by regulatory or customer needs.
• Support design reviews and new product introduction activities.
• Compile and maintain quality documentation and support certifying staff.
• Complete audits in line with the audit plan and maintain approvals (ISO 9001, EASA Part 21, AS9100).

Skills

SPC

Gauge R&R

FMEA

Six Sigma

Control plans

PFMEA

8D investigations

Root cause analysis

Audit processes

Lead Auditor

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Excel

Word

Access

Job description

Our client is seeking a Quality Engineer to join its team in Fareham on a permanent basis. Working within an Aerospace engineering environment, the role will support quality activities through the development, implementation and maintenance of quality management systems, process improvements, audits and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and apply quality engineering tools, including Statistical Process Control (SPC), Gauge R&R, FMEA, Six Sigma, attribute charts and control plans
• Coordinate regular quality reviews and compile key performance indicators for presentation to management
• Investigate product, process and system quality issues through to resolution, working with internal and external stakeholders
• Participate in product recalls where required by regulatory or customer requirements
• Contribute to design reviews and new product introduction activities
• Compile, maintain and control company quality documentation
• Support the training and maintenance of certifying staff and self-certification programmes
• Complete business system and product audits in line with the scheduled audit plan
• Support the maintenance and progression of company approvals, including ISO 9001, EASA Part 21, AS9100 and customer-specific standards

Job Requirements:

• Experience in quality engineering within an engineering, manufacturing or aerospace environment
• Engineering degree, HNC or equivalent practical experience
• Knowledge of aerospace engineering and regulatory requirements, including EASA and AS9100, would be advantageous
• Experience participating in PFMEA and 8D investigations
• Understanding of quality improvement methods, audit processes and root cause analysisAudit training, preferably to Lead Auditor level
• Strong IT skills, including practical experience with Excel, Word, Access and business software systems
• Clear and confident written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively while managing quality activities and meeting business objectives

Additional Information:

This role is subject to applicable export control and ITAR compliance requirements. Eligibility and any necessary compliance checks will be assessed before employment begins. Unable to support with sponsorship on this position.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including 25 days holiday + bank holidays, up to 8% employer pension contrabuition
• Early finish Fridays
• Opportunity to work on challenging engineering and quality projects
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Career development and internal progression opportunities
• Access to ongoing learning and professional development programmes
• Commitment to employee health, safety and wellbeing