We're working with a leading UK manufacturer based in Wareham to find a skilled Quality Engineer. This is a full-time, permanent role supporting defence and aerospace projects.
You'll play a key part in ensuring product quality, maintaining the QMS, and driving improvements across the business. This role is perfect for someone with a strong quality background in engineering or manufacturing.
Salary: From £45,000 per year
Hours:
- Monday-Thursday: 8am-5pm
- Friday: 8am-2pm
- Full-time, on-site
Requirements: You must be a sole UK passport holder (no dual nationality) and eligible for security clearance. Support will be provided for the vetting process.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and improve the Quality Management System (QMS)
- Inspect products and approve quality sign-off
- Lead non-conformance and root cause investigations
- Support First Article Inspections (FAIRs) to AS9102 standards
- Work with engineering drawings and GD&T
- Report on quality performance and drive continuous improvement
- Create and manage inspection documents and plans
What We're Looking For- Experience working with AS9100 standards
- Strong understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T
- Confident with quality inspections, reporting, and problem-solving
- Experience with root cause analysis and quality tools
- Proactive, independent, and team-oriented
Desirable but not essential:
- Auditor qualification (AS9100)
- Experience with composites or aerospace
- CMM, PolyWorks, or laser tracker knowledge
- Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement background
Benefits- Quarterly bonus
- Private medical & dental insurance
- Sick pay
- Free on-site parking
- Casual dress & company events
- 5% employer pension contribution
- Location weighting allowance
This is a great opportunity to join a growing company working on exciting and important projects in defence and aerospace. Apply now to take your career to the next level.
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