Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer to ensure the highest quality standards in the production of bespoke military vehicles. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with flexible working arrangements. You will be responsible for maintaining audit programs, producing quality assurance reports, and supporting various business functions. The role requires strong problem-solving skills and knowledge of quality management standards. Join a team dedicated to creating a safe and secure world while enjoying competitive compensation and a range of employee benefits.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance

Employee share scheme

Shopping savings portal

Payment of professional fees

Special paid leave for reservists

Holiday trading options

‘Be Kind Day’ for volunteering

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining audit programs and producing quality assurance reports.
• Knowledge of industry-standard methodologies for problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality in the production of bespoke military vehicles.
• Maintain audit programs and support root cause analysis.

Skills

Audit experience

Quality control

Problem-solving

Knowledge of quality management standards (ISO)

Education

Educated to Level 2 or above

Lead Auditor qualification

Job description

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Refined Job Description

Job Title: Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

Location: Plymouth, Devon

Compensation: £49,000 - £61,000 (Pro Rata)

Role Type: Full Time / Fixed Term Contract (6 Months)

Role ID: SF

At Babcock, we’re working to create a safe and secure world. Join us as a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer at our Devonport site.

The Role

You will be responsible for ensuring quality in the production of bespoke military vehicles. Your daily tasks include:

• Maintaining the audit programme, including internal, external, and joint audits
• Producing quality assurance reports
• Supporting business functions with self-assessment tools
• Reacting to engineering, quality, or output risks
• Supporting root cause analysis and facilitating quality groups

This is a full-time role, 37.5 hours per week, with hybrid working arrangements. Flexible and agile working options are considered to meet business needs.

Experience Required

• Audit experience
• Experience in quality control, evaluation, and improvement
• Problem-solving using industry-standard methodologies
• Knowledge of quality management standards including ISO

Qualifications

• Educated to Level 2 or above
• Lead Auditor qualification is beneficial but not essential

Security Clearance

The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain Security Check (SC) clearance.

Note: Many positions are subject to security and trade restrictions based on nationality and residency.

What We Offer

• Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance
• Employee share scheme
• Shopping savings portal
• Payment of professional fees
• Special paid leave for reservists
• Holiday trading options
• ‘Be Kind Day’ for volunteering
• Flexible working arrangements