Quality Engineer: Supplier Audits & Compliance

QinetiQ Limited; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 47,700 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matched contribution pension

Generous holiday allowance

Private Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Employee discount portal

Armed Forces Covenant support

Volunteering Opportunities

Job summary

QinetiQ Limited in Farnborough is seeking a Quality Engineer to provide assurance that products and suppliers meet safety, regulatory and contractual requirements. The role focuses on audits, risk management and continuous improvement within a complex supply chain.

You will lead internal and external audits, drive corrective actions, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver compliant, on-time outputs. A lead auditor certification and experience with ISO standards are essential, with SC

Qualifications

• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification is required.
• Experience leading audits in complex environments.
• SC clearance eligibility is required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Plan, scope, and deliver audits of processes, products, and suppliers to ensure compliance with legislation, regulations, ISO standards, and company procedures
• Identify and manage quality, safety, and compliance risks, driving corrective actions and communicating issues to stakeholders
• Provide supply chain assurance through supplier audits, risk assessments, and recommendations to improve compliance and performance
• Support supplier and project management activities, including management plans, quality plans, regulatory compliance, and project documentation
• Lead and coordinate internal and external audits, including audit preparation, responses, reporting, and management reviews
• Promote a culture of quality and continuous improvement by sharing best practices and acting as a trusted quality advisor

Skills

Quality Assurance

Auditing

Supply Chain Assurance

Stakeholder Management

Root Cause Analysis

Education

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification

Job description

QinetiQ Limited in Farnborough is seeking a Quality Engineer to provide assurance that products and suppliers meet safety, regulatory and contractual requirements. The role focuses on audits, risk management and continuous improvement within a complex supply chain.

You will lead internal and external audits, drive corrective actions, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver compliant, on-time outputs. A lead auditor certification and experience with ISO standards are essential, with SC