Job Title: Quality Engineer - Aircraft Interiors - PERM
Location: Biggin Hill Airport
Join a growing team at the forefront of premium aircraft interior design and engineering.
We are a specialist Aircraft Interiors company based at Biggin Hill Airport, delivering bespoke design, certification, manufacturing, and installation solutions for commercial and VVIP aircraft. As part of our continued growth, we're looking for a Quality Engineer who is passionate about aviation and eager to help us maintain the highest standards of compliance, safety, and workmanship.
If you're looking for a dynamic, hands-on role where your expertise will directly impact quality and operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role:
This is an exciting opportunity to work within a well-established CAA/EASA Part 145 and Part 21 Subpart G organisation. As a Quality Engineer, you'll be a key player in upholding and improving our Quality Management System and ensuring regulatory compliance across all our projects. Based at Biggin Hill, you'll help drive forward our commitment to safety, precision, and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
Ensure conformity and release of products on CAA/EASA Form 1
Maintain and update the MOE, POE, and QMS systems
Lead internal audit programs and host external quality inspections
Support and improve our Safety and Quality Systems
Liaise with regulatory bodies such as the CAA and EASA
Conduct compliance investigations and technical reporting
Monitor and audit suppliers to ensure standards are met
Lead root cause investigations (8D methodology) for non-conformities
Support risk assessments, health and safety protocols, and quality planning
Oversee calibration, tooling control, and performance indicators (KPIs/SPIs)
Act as the main quality and H&S point of contact onsite
What We're Looking For:
Qualifications & Knowledge:
Minimum 3 years of experience in quality roles within aircraft interiors or similar sectors
CQI Certificate or Diploma in Quality Assurance
Degree in Aerospace Engineering preferred
Lead Auditor qualification (e.g., EN/AS9100) highly desirable
Strong understanding of EASA/CAA Part 145 & Part 21 Subpart G regulations
Experience:
Background in aircraft component repair or manufacturing
Proven experience managing quality and compliance in maintenance or production environments
Familiarity with regulatory authority negotiations and compliance reporting
Skills & Attributes:
Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills
Clear, confident communicator - written and verbal
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Resilient, flexible, and able to perform under pressure
Organised and self-motivated with a proactive mindset
If you would like to be considered for this position - Please email your CV to (url removed)