Salary: £50,000 - 50,000 per year Requirements: Engineer with supply chain or manufacturing experience (ideally in defence, automotive or aerospace) Quality professional experienced in process-based integrated management systems and business improvement within engineering, manufacturing, or supply chain environments Strong NPI and product development experience APQP/PPAP or similar experience utilizing product development frameworks Ability to review and influence DFMEA/PFMEA Understanding of product validation lifecycles Experienced in conducting quality audits and surveillance Familiarity with change control processes Experienced in supplier quality tools and processes Experience with quality management systems, techniques, and processes Demonstrates supplier quality management skills Demonstrates strong cross-functional and soft skills Comfortable with travel to supplier sites Special process knowledge Experience in first article inspection requirements - AS9102 Knowledge of key external standards - EN/AS9100 Experienced in quality tools and techniques (8D, Six Sigma, DMAIC, Kaizen) Strong experience in non-conformance management and leadership of quality investigations Ability to work in a team environment Excellent interpersonal skills Good planning and organizing skills to ensure multiple tasks are prioritized and monitored to deliver set objectives Ability to communicate and influence effectively at all levels of the organization Recognize and understand regulatory and certification requirements, and respond to them Ideally qualified to at least HND or HNC level Responsibilities: Develop and implement the supplier quality strategy Establish and maintain supplier quality requirements Assure the evolution of the suppliers product and processes Conduct proactive supplier quality surveillance throughout the full lifecycle of the programme Support the identification and reduction of project risk or problem areas/issues associated with process application, effectiveness, and compliance across the supply chain Interface with applicable suppliers supporting the program from a quality perspective Utilize experience by deploying the latest quality tools and techniques internationally Technologies: Support Security More: We are MBDA, a leading defence organization proud to support the Armed Forces that protect our nations. We offer a dynamic hybrid working environment, with competitive salary and benefits including a company bonus, robust pension plan, flexible leave, healthcare cash plan, and enhanced parental leave. Our established team values personal and professional development, promoting a culture of inclusivity and supporting various employee-led networks. We encourage diverse applicants to join us in our mission to defend our freedom. last updated 6 week of 2026