Senior Aerospace QA Engineer - AS9100/NADCAP (Derby)

EMBS Engineering; Derby; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Days-based working pattern

Professional development

Ownership of quality systems

Job summary

EMBS Engineering is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to join a Derby-based precision aerospace manufacturer. You will own the quality function, drive AS9100/NADCAP compliance, lead audits, and champion continuous improvement across the business.

With 3–5 years in aerospace quality, you will read engineering drawings, manage PFMEA/PPAP, and collaborate with customers to resolve issues. This role offers ownership, stability, and ongoing professional development in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• HNC or equivalent in Engineering
• 3–5 years in a quality engineering role
• Experience working to AS9100, AS9102 and NADCAP
• Ability to read drawings and use inspection equipment
• Knowledge of machined parts and workmanship standards
• Experience leading or participating in audits
• Root cause analysis and 8D/RCCA methods
• Knowledge of PFMEA, control plans, PPAP and statistics
• UK resident; visa sponsorship not available

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve QA system per AS9100/NADCAP and customer requirements
• Develop structured on-floor quality walk-through routine
• Act as primary contact for customer quality queries
• Review and implement new or updated customer requirements
• Lead and participate in customer and NADCAP audits
• Maintain control plans, PFMEA, and PPAP documentation
• Support NPI and FAIR process per AS9102
• Drive down non-conformance costs with operations
• Monitor resolution of internal and external issues
• Report KPIs and identify trends
• Support training and development of team
• Contribute to continuous improvement and lean initiatives

Skills

Aerospace quality

Audit leadership

Root cause analysis

PFMEA

PPAP

Quality tools

Drawing interpretation

Measurement equipment

Lean methods

Education

HNC in Engineering

Tools

AS9100

AS9102

NADCAP

Job description

EMBS Engineering is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to join a Derby-based precision aerospace manufacturer. You will own the quality function, drive AS9100/NADCAP compliance, lead audits, and champion continuous improvement across the business.

With 3–5 years in aerospace quality, you will read engineering drawings, manage PFMEA/PPAP, and collaborate with customers to resolve issues. This role offers ownership, stability, and ongoing professional development in a fast-paced environment.