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Quality Engineer (Contract) – Defence / Aerospace Sector

Luton based (3-4 days per week)

Up to £40 p/h

SC clearance essential


We are supporting a leading UK defence and aerospace organisation in securing an enthusiastic Quality Engineer to support a portfolio of high-profile in-service programmes, including fast jet and complex airborne platforms.


This opportunity sits within a Customer Support/Service Solutions division and will be working closely with the operations and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure quality excellence across in service and returned material activities.


As Quality Engineer, you will:

  • Support the Principal Quality Engineer and Quality Manager in achieving and exceeding quality objectives
  • Act as the Quality focal point for in-service and returns material activities
  • Lead and support investigations into non-conformances, including root cause analysis and corrective actions
  • Review and approve quality documentation relating to concessions, repairs, and returns
  • Ensure effective traceability and configuration control of returned/unserviceable items
  • Interface with Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, and external suppliers
  • Ensure compliance with AS9100, internal Quality Management Systems, and customer contractual requirements
  • Contribute to continuous improvement across in-service quality processes
  • Deliver compliant products on time, meeting cost and safety targets
  • Provide quality reports and supporting data to programme and functional teams


About You

  • Background in Engineering, Quality or Manufacturing within Defence or Aerospace (Essential)
  • Security cleared to SC level (Essential)
  • Strong working knowledge of AS9100 / ISO9001 and Continuous Improvement methodologies
  • Experience with quality tools such as Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA), Pattern Fault Lifecycle, verification processes ect.


This is an excellent contract opportunity to contribute to critical national programmes within a fast-paced, technically advanced environment.


For a confidential discussion and further details, please apply directly.

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Location:
Luton
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Manufacturing

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