Quality Engineer - High Reliability Manufacturing

IO; City Of London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

IO seeks a Quality Engineer to strengthen aerospace/high-reliability quality systems and support a ramp-up on shop-floor operations. You will influence processes, ensure compliance, and drive robust non-conformance handling across production lines.

The role requires proven aerospace QA experience, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in quality engineering within aerospace/high-reliability sectors.
• Strong knowledge of AS standards and compliance frameworks.
• Experience with RCCAs, NCRs and non-conformance management.
• Ability to work on shop-floor quality challenges with production teams.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive quality improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robust quality systems aligned with industry standards.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to support ramp-up activities.
• Conduct RCCAs and manage NCRs with precision and timeliness.
• Ensure compliance with AS series standards and documentation practices.
• Manage dispositions and documentation to support QA processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability and efficiency.

Skills

Quality engineering

Aerospace

AS standards

RCCAs

NCRs

Shop-floor quality

Continuous improvement

Job description

Join Our Client as a Quality Engineer

Our Client is a leading organisation within the aerospace and high-reliability manufacturing sector, renowned for its commitment to innovation, excellence, and continuous growth. As a reputable employer, they foster a dynamic work environment that values expertise, safety, and sustainable development, making it an excellent place to develop your career.

Role Overview:

This strategic appointment aims to support the organisation's ongoing expansion and commitment to top-quality standards. The role provides a unique opportunity to influence critical quality systems and contribute to a high-profile ramp-up on shop-floor operations. This position is ideal for professionals with a strong background in aerospace or high-reliability product manufacturing who are eager to make a tangible impact on production quality and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain robust quality systems aligned with industry standards.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to support manufacturing process ramp-up activities.
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCCAs) and manage non-conformance reports (NCRs) with precision.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards, including AS series standards.
• Manage dispositions and documentation to support quality assurance processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product reliability and process efficiency.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience in quality engineering within the aerospace or high-reliability sector.
• Strong understanding of compliance frameworks, particularly AS standards.
• Familiarity with RCCAs, NCRs, non-conformance management, and documentation practices.
• Ability to work effectively on shop-floor quality challenges and support manufacturing teams.
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive mindset towards quality improvement.

Desirable Skills and Experience:

• Experience with aerospace certification processes and quality standards.
• Background in lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Knowledge of automation or data analysis tools related to quality management.