Quality Specialist - Manufacturing/Electronics

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aviation sector is seeking a Supplier Quality Specialist in Swindon. The successful candidate will conduct inspections and audits on suppliers' quality management systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Applicants should have significant experience in quality assessments and strong communication skills, with a focus on aerospace electronics.

Qualifications

• 5 years of related work experience required.
• Knowledge of ISO9001 or AS9100 preferred.
• Ability to perform source inspections on complex electronic panels.

Responsibilities

• Inspect products for compliance with requirements for complex Power distribution panels.
• Provide supplier education and coaching on quality systems.
• Assist with audits and assessments of supplier systems and products.

Skills

Quality Assessment

Aerospace Electronics

Inspection Skills

Root Cause Corrective Action

Audit Experience

Communication

Job description

Quality Specialist - Manufacturing/Electronics, swindon, wiltshire

Client:

Line Up Aviation

Location:

swindon, wiltshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Line Up Aviation is a specialist aviation and aerospace recruitment company that has been operating worldwide for more than 35 years. We work with some of the industry's best-known companies who demand the highest standard of service. On behalf of our London client we are currently recruiting for a Supplier Quality Specialist.

Job Title: Supplier Quality Specialist (Manufacturing/Electronics).

Hourly Rate: Competitive

Additional Info: Contract Position, asap start, 13 months renewable.

This is a UK based opportunity, to be successful in your application you must already have the rights to live and work in the UK, sponsorship is not available.

Scope of Role

This role is based on a customer site in Cheltenham, the successful candidate will be responsible for Source Inspection AS9102 First Article Inspection Report (FAIR) reviews and our clients FAI reviews. The individual will support and report audits and assessments of suppliers' systems, processes and products, including inspections on various types of hardware and assemblies. Knowledge and understanding of Aerospace Electronics, Inspection and some auditing skills would advantageous.

Main Duties/Responsibilities

Inspects or verifies products for compliance with requirements of complex Power distributions panels as used on 787 and 777 Aircraft, including Harness, PCB assembly, connector/crimping, torquing, power panel, electrical testing and some mechanical parts

• May also be asked to Inspect various other technologies and commodities.
• Ensure supplier notifications of quality escapes are processed as required; evaluate supplier Root Cause Analysis and proposed corrective action plans, review and support of improvement activities.
• Assists with assessments of supplier capability and capacity to perform current or potential future work
• Provides supplier education and coaching on quality systems, regulatory compliance issues and company initiatives to develop and improve supplier performance and productivity
• Monitors quality improvement initiatives at supplier; develops training materials and other resources to support improvements in supplier performance and productivity
• Assists in the Planning and conduct of audits and assessments of supplier systems, processes and products to determine compliance with Boeing technical and contractual requirements

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years or more related work experience,
• Prior audit and quality assessments experience
• Ability and technical skills to perform source inspections on complex electronic panels and wire bundles.
• Working comprehension of the requirements of ISO9001 or AS9100 (preferred)
• Possess knowledge of Root Cause Corrective Action methodologies
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of an organization

Preferred Qualifications (Experience/Skills):

• Detailed knowledge of electronic and electrical assembly processes
• Working comprehension of the requirements of AS9102
• Ability to conduct audits of suppliers' quality management system and processes to determine compliance with Boeing technical and contractual requirements
• Experience developing supplier improvement plans and strategies, providing training, and coaching

Due to the number of applications that we receive, it's not always possible to contact unsuccessful applicants. Unless you hear from us within 14 days of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.