Quality Engineer

Our client, a prominent force in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a Quality Engineer on a contract basis to join their team in Harlow. This Fixed Term Contract (FTC) role spans 3-4 months with an essential focus on QA/ENG Test witnessing. Our client is looking for a professional capable of operating in a complex engineering and legislative environment whilst contributing to high-profile programmes delivered to customers in both the UK and internationally.

• Perform First Article Inspections (FAIRs), preferably to AS9102 standards.
• Investigate defects to identify and address root causes.
• Maintain quality records using QPulse.
• Monitor and report status effectively and timely for assigned programmes or areas of responsibility.
• Interface and communicate with programme and functional areas to support business goals.
• Conduct Quality Audits including product release and process audits.
• Provide support during external accreditation audits & knowledge of regulatory requirements (AS9100 & ISO 9001).
• Ensure customer contractual requirements and external regulations are understood and adhered to.
• Ensure effective and timely closure of Audit NCs, RCCA, customer complaints, and continual improvement tasks.

Essential Candidate Qualities:

• A self-starting and confident team player who works well with others and sets a positive example.
• Experience and working knowledge of FAIRs to AS9102 Standards and related documentation.
• Background in Quality Engineering with knowledge of electronics or mechanical assemblies and technical drawings.
• Ability to establish and maintain productive internal and external relationships.
• Familiar with Quality Standards AS9100 & ISO 9001.
• Capacity to work autonomously to achieve agreed goals.
• Proactively anticipate problems and develop innovative, logical solutions with the team.
• Willingness to challenge and question constructs and processes.

Desirable Candidate Qualities:

• Interest in Aerospace and/or Defence.
• Supportive character capable of navigating sensitive and pressurised situations to overcome programme challenges.
• Degree level qualification or equivalent relevant work experience.

The role is based out of the Harlow site, following a 4-day working week totalling 37 hours.
If you are an experienced Quality Engineer with a passion for the Defence & Security industry and looking for an opportunity to make a tangible impact, we would be delighted to hear from you. Apply now to join our client''s dedicated and expert team on a notable contract role in Harlow.