Senior Quality Engineer
Location: West Sussex (Hybrid Working Available)
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 + Benefits
Sector: Manufacturing / Aerospace

Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Quality Engineer to join a well-established manufacturing organisation based in West Sussex. This is a fantastic opportunity for a quality professional with strong AS9100 and ISO9001 experience to play a key role in maintaining and improving quality systems within a high-precision manufacturing environment.

The role offers a hybrid working setup, combining on-site collaboration with flexibility to work remotely.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain and improve the organisation's Quality Management System (QMS) in line with AS9100 and ISO9001 standards

Lead internal and external audits, including customer and certification audits

Manage root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)

Drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing processes

Work cross-functionally with engineering, production, and supply chain teams

Support supplier quality management and supplier audits where required

Ensure compliance with regulatory, customer, and industry requirements

Provide quality expertise during new product introduction and process changes

Requirements

Proven experience in a Quality Engineer or Senior Quality Engineer role within manufacturing

Strong working knowledge of AS9100 and ISO9001 standards

Experience conducting internal and external audits

Skilled in root cause analysis tools (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone)

Experience with continuous improvement methodologies

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Degree or equivalent qualification in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field (preferred)