Senior Quality Engineer

Employment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering organization in Manchester is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to ensure quality assurance within aerospace manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and experience in leading audits and driving continuous improvement. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of £45k - £50k and comprehensive benefits, including career progression opportunities and a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous annual leave entitlement

Discounted gym membership

Career progression opportunities

Supportive work environment

Pension & Holidays

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quality Engineer.
• Experience in Aerospace preferred but not essential.
• Auditing experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality assurance activities across fabrication and welding.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, NADCAP, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001.
• Conduct and manage internal and external audits.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) and lead quality improvement projects.

Skills

Quality assurance expertise

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership in audits

Collaboration

Tools

AS9100

ISO 9001

NADCAP

FAIRs, PPAP, APQP

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Senior Quality Engineer to join a leading organisation within the high-technology engineering sector. This role is ideal for an experienced professional looking to take the next step in their career, working within a dynamic aerospace manufacturing environment where quality, compliance, and innovation are key priorities.

Who This Job Would Suit

This position would suit a confident and proactive engineer with a strong background in quality assurance, ideally gained in aerospace, fabrication, or welding. The ideal candidate will possess excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to lead audits, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and uphold the highest industry standards. A natural collaborator with strong communication skills, they will thrive in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented setting where precision and excellence are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead quality assurance activities across fabrication, welding, and non‑destructive testing operations.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, NADCAP, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards.
• Conduct and manage internal, external, and customer audits, ensuring prompt resolution of non‑conformances.
• Drive root cause analysis and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) and lead quality improvement projects to enhance efficiency and reduce defects.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Quality Engineer
• Experience in Aerospace preferred but not essential
• Knowledge of AS9100 /ISO 9001, NADCAP
• Experience with FAIRs, PPAP, APQP, 8Ds, 5Ys
• Auditing experience

Salary

£45k - £50k

Permanent

Full time, flexible hours

Location

Manchester

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including discounts from major retailers.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Career progression opportunities within the company.
• Supportive and dynamic work environment.
• Pension & Holidays.

Please note

All roles require BPSS clearance, including a DBS check and three years of employment references.

Contact

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