Quality Assurance Engineer Luton Paying up to £45p/h (Inside IR35) Responsibilities : Deliver independent software assurance during the design, development, test, and release phases Develop and maintain Software Quality Assurance Plans aligned with project and contractual requirements Estimate and manage quality assurance resources for multiple projects Evaluate suppliers and subcontractors for their ability to meet required software quality standards Conduct audits and assessments to ensure compliance with internal processes and industry standards Participate in software lifecycle reviews, including design reviews, code inspections, and release approvals Perform software conformity reviews and configuration audits Verify and approve the release of deliverable software products Experience required: A degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Software, Quality, Manufacturing, or a similarly complex industry (e.g. Defence, Aerospace, or regulated environments) Demonstrated knowledge and hands-on experience in software quality assurance Understanding of standards such as AS9100, ISO9001, and continuous improvement methodologies Familiarity with airborne software standards (e.g. RTCA/DO-178C, AS9115, AQAP-2210) Experience in high-precision or mission-critical manufacturing environments Gained Exposure to software tools such as DOORS, Dimensions, or other requirements/configuration management platforms Prior background in software development or QA - Desirable Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.