Supplier Quality Engineer

Matchtech; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment specialist in Defence is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure supplier compliance with quality standards. This dynamic role involves performing final inspections, supporting supplier qualification, and engaging with internal teams. Candidates should have a degree in Engineering and experience in quality roles. Relevant certifications such as ISO 9001 Lead Auditor are highly desirable. Occasional travel within the UK and Europe is required.

Qualifications

• Proactive Supplier Quality Engineer needed to support Supplier Quality Assurance.
• Candidates must be eligible for SC (Security) clearance.
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings required.

Responsibilities

• Perform final release inspections of goods for compliance.
• Ensure adherence to engineering drawings and customer requirements.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Support supplier qualification and auditing.

Skills

Supplier Quality Engineer

Quality Engineering

ISO9001

ISO14001

ISO45001

APQP

PPAP

Root cause analysis

Inspections

Audits

Education

Degree (BSc/BEng/HND) in Engineering

Tools

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification

Job description

Matchtech is partnered with a Global Leader in Defence, Security and Maritime sectors, working on innovative multi-mission solutions to support maritime and naval forces worldwide!

Key skills required for this role

Supplier Quality Engineer, Quality Engineering, ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001, APQP, PPAP, 8D, RCCA, DFMEA, PFMEA, SPC, Inspections, Audits, External stakeholder engagement, Compliance, Root cause analysis,

Important

Candidates must be eligible to obtain a SC (Security) clearance

Job Description:

We are seeking a proactive Supplier Quality Engineer to support Supplier Quality Assurance and Development activities. You will act as the "customer's eyes" at key production stages, ensuring supplier compliance with technical and quality standards. This is a dynamic, hands-on role requiring collaboration across departments to drive continuous improvement and supplier performance.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform final release inspections of goods to verify compliance with specifications.

Ensure adherence to engineering drawings and customer requirements.

Maintain thorough records of inspections, releases, and non-conformances.

Lead or assist in root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Support supplier qualification, auditing, and development initiatives.

Collaborate internally on testing, documentation, and process improvement.

Provide informal mentoring and communicate technical issues clearly.

Deliver updates on supplier quality performance to stakeholders.

Occasional travel within the UK and Europe required.

Qualifications and Skills:

Degree (BSc/BEng/HND) in Electrical, Electronic, or Mechanical Engineering, or relevant experience in Quality.

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification (14001 and 45001 desirable).

Solid background in manufacturing or supplier quality roles.

Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, 8D, RCCA, DFMEA, PFMEA, SPC, etc.

Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Experience with major OEMs (e.g., BAE, Rolls-Royce, MOD) is advantageous.

Knowledge of supplier development programs and quality planning methods.

Please get in contact for further details!

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