Position: Quality Engineer

Reports to: Quality Manager

Location: Walkden

Key Responsibilities & Achievements

• Lead investigation and resolution of non-conforming aerospace components using 8D, RCA, and CAPA methodologies.

• Support production through process capability (Cp/Cpk) and SPC analysis, improving yield and reducing defects.

• Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen principles.

• Support NPI, engineering change, and source change activities, ensuring compliance with AS9102 FAI and customer requirements.

• Prepare and maintain PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, and Inspection Plans in accordance with AS9100 and APQP standards.

• Conduct internal and supplier audits (AS9100, NADCAP), ensuring regulatory and customer compliance.

• Manage supplier quality performance, SCARs, and customer complaint resolution.

• Develop and deliver quality training to production teams, promoting a culture of precision and accountability.

• Support third-party and customer audits with zero major findings.

• Report on departmental KPIs including defect rates, audit closure, and customer PPM.

Aerospace Specialisms

• In-depth knowledge of AS9100, NADCAP, ISO 9001, and AS13000 standards.

• Experience with special processes: heat treatment, surface finishing, plating, NDT (penetrant, magnetic particle, ultrasonic), and composites.

• Skilled in FAIR preparation (AS9102 Rev. C), GD&T interpretation, and aerospace drawing analysis.

• Proficient in ERP/MRP systems, digital QMS, CMM, and optical inspection tools.

Growth & Development Plans

• Short-Term: Attain Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, implement digital QMS for real-time traceability, and lead SPC/MSA improvements.

• Medium-Term: Advance to Senior Quality Engineer; achieve NADCAP Lead Auditor status; lead supplier Zero Defect initiatives.

• Long-Term: Progress to Quality or Operational Excellence Manager, driving enterprise-level AS9100 and digital quality transformation across aerospace programs.