Aerospace Quality Engineer

As an Aerospace Quality Engineer based in Burnley, you''ll play a key role in ensuring top-notch quality standards in this Manufacturing and Production business. Your day-to-day work will keep operations running smoothly by maintaining compliance and driving continuous improvements.

Client Details

This is a well-established advanced engineering and manufacturing business that provides end-to-end production solutions for globally recognised OEMs across sectors including aerospace, automotive, defence, and off-highway equipment. Operating from a modern manufacturing facility in Burnley, the company combines design, fabrication, precision machining, surface treatments, assembly, quality inspection, and logistics under one roof.

With a vertically integrated approach, the organisation helps customers reduce lead times, improve quality control, and strengthen supply chain resilience by managing multiple stages of the manufacturing process through a single partner. Its capabilities range from concept development and design for manufacture through to precision-engineered components and finished assemblies.

Known for its investment in technology, quality standards, and continuous improvement, the business has established itself as a trusted Tier 1 supplier, supporting complex engineering projects for customers operating in highly regulated and demanding industries.

Description

As the Aerospace Quality Engineer you will be tasked with the following -

• Maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS) in line with AS9100, ISO 9001, customer-specific requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Lead investigations into internal non-conformances, customer complaints, and supplier quality issues using structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, Root Cause Analysis, and Corrective Action Requests (CARs).
• Conduct internal process, product, and system audits, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards and company procedures.
• Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Production teams to drive quality improvements and reduce defects, scrap, and rework.
• Review and approve First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) in accordance with AS9102 requirements.
• Support customer audits, regulatory audits, and quality assessments, acting as a key point of contact for quality-related matters.
• Analyse quality data and KPIs, identifying trends and implementing improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing performance.
• Manage non-conformance reports (NCRs), ensuring timely containment, corrective actions, and verification of effectiveness.
• Work with suppliers to monitor and improve supplier performance, conducting supplier audits and supporting supplier development activities.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements to ensure manufacturing processes meet all quality expectations.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities through quality planning, risk assessments, and process validation.
• Develop and maintain inspection plans, control plans, and quality documentation to support production activities.
• Ensure calibration and measurement systems are effectively controlled and compliant with required standards.
• Utilise quality tools such as PFMEA, Control Plans, Statistical Process Control (SPC), MSA, and capability studies to improve process robustness.
• Provide quality training and guidance to operators, inspectors, and production personnel to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Participate in risk management activities and support initiatives focused on operational excellence, lean manufacturing, and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure full traceability and compliance within a highly regulated aerospace manufacturing environment.

Profile

A successful Aerospace Quality Engineer should have:

• HNC/HND in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or a related discipline.
• Experience within aerospace, precision machining, CNC machining, or precision component manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of AS9100, AS9102, ISO 9001, and aerospace quality requirements.
• Experience with FAIRs, NCRs, CAPA, Root Cause Analysis, and auditing.
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements.
• Proficient in quality improvement methodologies and data analysis techniques.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Job Offer

• Salary dependent on the level of experience, ranging from -40,000 to -50,000.
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme with a total contribution of 9% (5% employee, 4% employer).
• 25 days of holiday plus 8 bank holidays.
• Medical cashback scheme.
• High street shopping cashback card.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Electric vehicle car leasing scheme.

If you''re interested in this role, apply now.

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