Senior Quality Engineer Defence & Aerospace
Scotland, North Lanarkshire | Permanent | Competitive Salary + Benefits
About the Role
Were supporting a leading manufacturer of thermal batteries used in defence systems and aircraft. Theyre looking for a Senior Quality Engineer to join their team at their Coatbridge HQ, ensuring products meet the highest standards for mission-critical applications.
What Youll Be Doing
* Lead quality activities across design, production, and delivery.
* Support customer programmes with a strong focus on compliance and reliability.
* Conduct root cause analysis, CAPA, and continuous improvement projects.
* Manage audits, inspections, and certification requirements (AS9100 / ISO9001).
* Act as the quality lead with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
* Mentor junior engineers and technicians within the quality function.
What Were Looking For
* Experience as a Quality Engineer (preferably aerospace, defence, or advanced manufacturing).
* Strong knowledge of AS9100 and ISO9001 standards.
* Skilled in quality tools FMEA, 8D, FAIR, PPAP, problem-solving.
* Great communicator who can work with cross-functional teams.
* Eligible for UK Security Clearance.
Whats on Offer
* Competitive salary + bonus scheme.
* Strong benefits package.
* Exciting, impactful projects in defence and aerospace.
* Long-term career development opportunities.
Apply today to be part of a team delivering world-class engineering into global defence programmes.
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