Quality Control Engineer Permanent We re looking for a Quality Control Engineer to join our team supporting major projects in Cumbria, with a key focus on our BAE Systems site in Barrow-in-Furness. In this role, you ll play a critical part in ensuring that all products, services, and project deliverables meet stringent regulatory, legislative, and customer requirements. You ll work at the heart of project delivery driving quality assurance, strengthening compliance, and championing a Right First Time culture. Quality & Compliance Ensure all project activities meet contractual, regulatory, and company quality standards Develop and maintain inspection, test, and quality plans aligned to customer requirements Oversee document control, configuration management, and technical submissions Project Assurance Deliver progressive assurance across the full project lifecycle Ensure inspections, testing, and handover documentation are completed and compliant Provide clear reporting on quality performance, risks, and trends Act as a key member of the project team, providing expert quality guidance Promote a proactive quality culture across all teams and contractors Risk & Improvement Identify and mitigate quality-related risks Capture and share lessons learned across projects and the wider business Supply Chain Quality Monitor and report on supply chain quality performance Support suppliers in delivering against quality expectations and plans Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and quality management best practice Experience in quality assurance within engineering, construction, or major projects Proficient in Microsoft Office and quality systems 25 days holiday day per annum, plus bank holidays Pension with leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Private healthcare Free 24/7 365 Employee assistance program to support mental health and wellbeing (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Discounts Personal development programme Flexible Benefits Car/Car allowance If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be. #