Quality / Calibration Engineer
Aldershot, Hampshire (Onsite)
Full-time | Permanent
£40,000 – £45,000 per annum
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Quality / Calibration Engineer to join our Quality Department at our Aldershot facility. This is a key role within the business, responsible for managing calibrated equipment systems and ensuring full compliance with aerospace quality standards, particularly EN/AS9100 and traceability to national and international standards. Working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders, you will play a vital role in maintaining quality excellence, supporting audits, and driving continuous improvement across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and maintain calibrated equipment across the business (internal and external calibration)
* Ensure compliance with QMS requirements, including AS9100 and customer-specific standards
* Prepare and support internal and external audits, including NCR management and closure
* Process supplier and customer returns relating to non-conforming products
* Lead and support corrective and preventative actions (CAPA)
* Conduct root cause analysis and problem-solving within production
* Identify trends in internal failures and drive improvement initiatives
* Support customer audits and liaise directly with customer quality representatives
* Promote a strong quality culture and continuous improvement across the business
* Ensure QA priorities align with on-time delivery targets
* Maintain compliance with health & safety requirements
Skills & Experience Required
* Proven experience in calibration (hands‑on and system management)
* Strong understanding of EN/AS9100 (minimum 3 years’ experience)
* Background in a manufacturing environment (aerospace desirable)
* Experience with audits, NCRs, and quality systems
* Excellent problem-solving skills (e.g. 8D, root cause analysis)
* High attention to detail and accuracy
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively under pressure
* Strong communication skills with internal teams and external customers
Working Hours
* 40 hours per week
* Monday – Thursday: 07:00 – 15:45
* Friday: 06:00 – 13:00 (Early finish every Friday)
Benefits
* 33 days annual leave (including bank/public holidays)
* Group life cover (4x basic annual salary)
* Enhanced maternity and paternity leave and pay
* Pension scheme via salary sacrifice with Royal London
* Employer contribution: 3% (after 3 months)
* Employee minimum contribution: 5%
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