Quality Engineer – Aerospace Precision (Near Abingdon)

Syntech; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision engineering manufacturer near Abingdon is seeking a Quality Engineer to maintain and improve quality standards across high-precision mechanical components. This full-time permanent role requires at least 5 years of relevant experience, strong inspection techniques, and the ability to interpret engineering drawings. Competitive salary between £45,000 and £50,000, along with benefits and an immediate start available.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus 8 Bank Holidays

4% matched pension scheme

Work with cutting-edge equipment

Opportunity for training and audits

Qualifications

• At least 5 years experience in a Quality Engineering or similar technical role.
• Strong understanding of inspection techniques and ability to interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Experience with non-conformance management, calibration systems, and audits.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with customers and suppliers on quality-related matters.
• Support manufacturing by identifying and reporting quality shortfalls.
• Train operators in inspection techniques and equipment use.
• Manage measurement and test equipment calibration systems.
• Produce inspection reports and trend analyses.
• Lead investigations using 8D / 5Why methodologies.
• Conduct internal and supplier audits, driving process improvements.
• Translate customer quality requirements into manufacturing instructions.

Skills

APQP

Quality Assurance

Six Sigma

ISO 9001

PPAP

Minitab

Root cause Analysis

ISO 13485

Quality Systems

Quality Management

As9100

Manufacturing

Education

Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent

Job description

A precision engineering manufacturer near Abingdon is seeking a Quality Engineer to maintain and improve quality standards across high-precision mechanical components. This full-time permanent role requires at least 5 years of relevant experience, strong inspection techniques, and the ability to interpret engineering drawings. Competitive salary between £45,000 and £50,000, along with benefits and an immediate start available.