Aircraft Production Engineer (Quality Assurance)
Location: Birmingham Airport, United Kingdom. Employment type: Full-time. This position is part of Boeing Defence UK, working within the Fixed Wing quality team and supporting E7 prototype activities.
Position Overview
Boeing Defence UK is looking for an experienced aircraft Production Engineer with aviation production experience to join the on-site Quality team. The successful candidate will conduct quality inspections of product on site, provide QA-MRB input to Non Conformity Reports, participate in safety and local investigations, perform line stock checks, and support other on-site production activities. The role involves SME QA oversight and assurance of production activities against company procedures, contractual and regulatory compliance.
The E7 prototyping will be conducted under FAA/DCMA requirements and Boeing Production processes at the Birmingham site. The main place of work will be STS Aviation Services, Birmingham Airport.
Position Responsibilities
* Develop and execute quality assurance strategies and inspection plans to ensure hardware and software meet design, customer, contractual, and regulatory requirements.
* Conduct thorough quality inspections of components, aircraft, and systems against engineering specifications; identify and document non-conformities.
* Participate in quality reviews of proposals, contracts, and program requirements to integrate early quality involvement in development.
* Manage non-conforming items by segregating, controlling, and facilitating disposition through QA-MRB input and safety/local investigations.
* Perform audits, surveillance, and monitoring activities per approved plans; identify discrepancies and drive corrective actions to closure.
* Validate work instructions, tooling, certifications, and process standards to maintain compliance with program and regulatory requirements.
* Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze unfavourable process data, customer complaints, and metrics; develop and implement corrective/preventive action plans.
* Represent Quality in design reviews, providing evidence of product conformity and process capability.
* Foster and sustain a Just Culture to promote transparency and continuous improvement.
Basic Qualifications
* 3+ years in aviation production with experience in Root Cause Corrective Action and Quality Management Systems.
* Experience compiling and reporting statistical data.
Preferred Qualifications
* Degree or equivalent preferred.
* Knowledge of FAA/DCMA requirements and prototyping environments.
* Familiarity with Boeing processes, data analytics, and strong communication and problem-solving skills.
* Customer-focused, detail-oriented, and able to work independently or in teams.
Benefits
* Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
* Continuous learning opportunities and career development
* Flexible tools and environment to make a meaningful impact
* Company-paid BUPA Medical Plan
* UK holiday entitlement: 23 days plus public holidays, plus a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year
* Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution
* Short and Long Term Sickness pay provisions
* Life insurance (6x annual salary)
* Well Being programs and access to learning initiatives
Application deadline: Applications accepted until Oct. 13, 2025.
Other
* Export Control: This is not an Export Control position.
* Relocation: Relocation assistance is not negotiable.
* Security Clearance: Ability to obtain a security clearance post-start is required.
* Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
* Shift: Shift Worker (United Kingdom).
* Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruitment or employment on grounds including race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Accommodations during recruitment are available upon request.
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Industry: Airlines and Aviation; Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing; Defense and Space Manufacturing
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