Role- Senior Quality Engineer

Salary- £45,000 - £55,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Type- Permanent

Location- Reading

My client is a specialist manufacturer within Aerospace & Defence. They are looking for a Senior Quality Engineer to join their team in Reading on a permanent basis.

The Quality Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

• Proven experience in a quality engineering role within a manufacturing environment
• Relevant qualifications in Engineering or Quality Management (BEng, HND, CQI, etc.)
• Experience in Defence / Space / Aerospace or similar industries would also be beneficial
• In-depth knowledge of quality standards such as ISO 9001 and problem-solving tools (e.g., 8D, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis)
• Experience with quality management systems (QMS) and continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to addressing quality issues

The Quality Engineer role will involve:

• Conducting quality audits and ensuring compliance with industry standards
• Investigating and resolving quality issues and non-conformances
• Collaborating with production teams to improve quality processes and reduce defects
• Performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions
• Managing the quality management system (QMS) and maintaining accurate documentation
• Providing training and guidance to staff on quality standards and procedures
• Liaising with customers and suppliers to address quality-related concerns
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up-to-date CV as soon as possible.