Quality Engineer in Coventry

Energy Jobline CVL; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Bonus scheme

Career development

Job summary

Energy Jobline CVL in Coventry seeks a Quality Engineer to own quality performance in a regulated aerospace environment, ensuring safety and reliability across the value stream.

You will lead containment and root‑cause actions (8D, 5‑Why), support audits and continuous improvement, and collaborate with engineering, operations and suppliers. This is an on‑site role based in Coventry.

Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace or other highly regulated sector.
• Strong knowledge of AS9100/AS9102 and general QMS requirements.
• Proficiency in APQP, PFMEA/DFMEA, PPAP and root cause analysis tools.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.

Responsibilities

• Supporting compliance with aerospace quality standards (AS9100/AS9102).
• Conducting Layered Process Audits and product/process audits.
• Reviewing FAIRs to AS9102 requirements.
• Leading containment and corrective actions using 8D, 5-Why and related tools.
• Driving zero-defect and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyzing key quality metrics and collaborating to resolve issues.

Skills

Quality engineering

Root cause analysis

Auditing

Stakeholder management

APQP

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

8D problem solving

PFMEA/DFMEA

PPAP

Job description

Job Title: Quality Engineer

Location: Coventry

Salary: Competitive

Contract: Permanent

Role Overview – Quality Engineer

Are you an experienced Quality Engineer looking to take ownership of quality performance in a highly regulated engineering environment? This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading aerospace manufacturer as they continue to strengthen their quality function and drive world‑class standards across their operations.As a Quality Engineer, you’ll play a key role in ensuring product safety, compliance and reliability across the full value stream. You’ll act as a technical specialist for product and process quality, supporting both day‑to‑day operations and long‑term improvement initiatives.This is an on‑site position based in Coventry, working closely with engineering, operations, suppliers and customers to uphold industry-leading standards.

Key Responsibilities – Quality Engineer

• Supporting compliance with AS9100, AS13100, AS9102 and other aerospace quality standards
• Conducting Layered Process Audits, product audits and process audits
• Reviewing First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) to AS9102 requirements
• Leading containment, root cause analysis and corrective action using tools such as 8D, 5-Why and Cause & Effect
• Driving Zero Defect and continuous improvement initiatives across the value stream
• Analysing key quality metrics such as First Pass Yield, defect rates and audit findings
• Collaborating with engineering, operations, customers and suppliers to resolve issues and improve quality performance
• Supporting APQP activity including PFMEA, Control Plans and PPAP
• Ensuring documentation, records and compliance evidence are accurate and up to standard

Key Experience & Qualifications – Quality Engineer

• Experience in aerospace or another highly regulated engineering sector
• Strong knowledge of AS9100, AS9102 and general quality management system requirements
• Proficiency in APQP, PFMEA/DFMEA, PPAP and root cause analysis tools
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
• A proactive, hands‑on approach with excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills
• Engineering/technical degree or equivalent industry experience

Benefits – Quality Engineer

• Outstanding Pension Contribution Plan
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Income protection and life assurance (3x basic salary).
• Share purchase program.
• Early finish on Fridays.
• Flexible working hours.
• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program for health and well-being support.
• Structured career development opportunities.
• Employee discounts on a wide range of products and services.
• Employee referral program.