Senior Quality Process Engineer Salary: Negotiable Location: Coatbridge Sector: Aerospace, Defence & Space The Opportunity We are seeking a Senior Quality Process Engineer to take ownership of quality across key manufacturing processes within a highly regulated environment. This role will focus on driving process robustness, improving manufacturing quality, and ensuring compliance with AS9100 and ISO 9001 standards. You will play a critical role in supporting the design and manufacture of advanced thermal battery systems used in mission-critical aerospace, defence, and space applications, working closely with engineering and production teams. Key Responsibilities Own and improve quality performance across manufacturing processes Drive process-focused quality improvements using PFMEA / FMECA and control plans Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions (8D, RCCA) with a strong focus on process failure prevention Support and enhance the Quality Management System (QMS) in line with AS9100 / ISO 9001 Work closely with Manufacturing and Design Engineering to ensure robust process design and control Support New Product Introduction (NPI), including process validation and First Article Inspection (FAI) Develop and implement process controls, inspection strategies, and quality documentation Analyse quality data and KPIs to identify trends, variation, and improvement opportunities Support internal, external, and customer audits from a process and compliance perspective Interface with suppliers and customers to resolve process-related quality issues Requirements Degree in Engineering or a Science-based discipline Strong experience in a Quality Process Engineering or Manufacturing Quality role within an AS9100 / ISO 9001 environment Deep understanding of process risk management (PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, SPC) Proven experience in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation (8D, RCCA) Experience supporting NPI and process validation activities Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, including GD&T Strong analytical mindset with a hands-on approach to problem solving Confident communicator with the ability to influence across engineering and production teams Desirable AS9100 / ISO 9001 Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor qualification Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent Experience within aerospace, defence, or other highly regulated industries Knowledge of advanced manufacturing or composite/battery technologies