Job summary
Quality Engineer (FAIRS)
Initial 6 months
up to £40ph, Umbrella, inside IR35
BPSS, UK Eyes Only programme
Onsite in Glenrothes, 4 day compressed week possible.
Key skills required for this role
Quality, Engineering, Electro-Mechanical, FAIRS, First Article Inspection, Defence, Aerospace, ISO9001, AS9102, Audits, QPulse
Important
Quality Engineer
Job description
Our client, a prominent entity in the defence and aerospace sectors, is currently seeking a Quality Engineer for a contract role in Glenrothes. This onsite position offers an exciting opportunity to join the UK's Quality team and contribute to the delivery of complex and high-profile programmes globally. This role will initially span six months with a commitment of 40 hours per week.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Performing First Article Inspections (FAIRs), ideally to AS9102 standards
2. Investigating defects to identify and address root causes
3. Maintaining quality records using QPulse
4. Monitoring and reporting the status of assigned programmes effectively and timely
5. Interfacing and communicating with various program and functional areas to support business goals
6. Conducting quality audits for products, product release, and processes
7. Supporting external accreditation audits and understanding regulatory requirements such as AS9100 & ISO 9001
8. Ensuring adherence to customer contractual requirements and external regulations
9. Closing Audit NC's/RCCA/customer complaints and facilitating continual improvement
Job Requirements:
10. Experience and working knowledge of FAIRs to AS9102 standards and related documentation
11. A background in quality engineering with knowledge of electronics and/or mechanical assemblies and technical drawings
12. Team player with the ability to inspire and work well with others
13. Ability to establish and nurture productive relationships both internally and externally
14. Familiarity with quality standards AS9100 and ISO 9001
15. Capability to work autonomously to deliver on agreed goals
16. Proactive in anticipating problems and identifying innovative and logical solutions
17. Confidence to challenge and question when necessary
Desirable Candidate Qualities:
18. Interest in the aerospace and/or defence sectors
19. Supportive character that can navigate sensitive and pressurised situations to overcome programme challenges
20. Degree level qualification or equivalent relevant work experience
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