Quality Engineer Aerospace
My client is an established and leading provider of precision engineering solutions and services, supplying a variety of precision machined components for the Aerospace industry sector.Quality Engineering – Oldham – Aerospace Manufacturing
About The Company & Role
My client is an established and leading provider of precision engineering solutions and services, supplying a variety of precision machined components for the Aerospace industry sector. With a commitment to quality and innovation, they take pride in their skilled team and cutting-edge technology.As they continue to grow, they are looking to recruit an experienced Quality Inspector with a strong understanding of AS9100 and FAIR.
As Quality Engineer you will play a key role in overseeing quality assurance processes, conducting inspections and tests and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
Maintain and continually develop robust quality plans and procedures for machined componentsInspect and verify parts across all stages of the manufacturing process for a variety of precision machined components in a variety of materials
Conduct First Article Inspection Reporting FAIR
Ensure all parts produced are in line with drawing and specification requirements
Manage and report on non-conformances
Perform Root Cause Analysis and resolution, ensuring correct rework of parts where appropriate, necessary
Collaborate with the wider team to ensure quality and production targets
Manage customer returns, liaising and communicating with external customers to ensure positive relationships and resolution of non-conformance
Assist and report on monthly statistics
Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the quality management systems
Experience Requirements:
Previous experience in a similar role ideally gained within a Precision Engineering and/or Aerospace manufacturing environmentStrong experience and understanding of AS9100
Working knowledge of First Article Inspection Reports FAIR AS9102
Conversant in the use of Mechanical Measurement Equipment verniers, micrometers, calipers gauges etc. and CMM
Knowledge of performing first-off, stage and final inspection
Confident reading and interpreting engineering drawings
Capable of working independently and with minimal supervision
Effective communication skills and computer literacy, including strong Excel skills
Experience in the use of Problem Solving, Investigation and Control techniques 8D, 5Whys, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, PFMEA, SPC etc
Previous experience performing Quality Audits would be highly desirable