Senior Quality Engineer – Defence & Aerospace
Coatbridge, Scotland
Competitive Salary + Benefits
About the Role
We’re supporting a leading manufacturer of thermal batteries used in defence systems and aircraft. They’re looking for a Senior Quality Engineer to join their team at their Coatbridge HQ, ensuring products meet the highest standards for mission-critical applications.
What You’ll Be Doing
Lead quality activities across design, production, and delivery.
Support customer programmes with a strong focus on compliance and reliability.
Conduct root cause analysis, CAPA, and continuous improvement projects.
Manage audits, inspections, and certification requirements (AS9100 / ISO9001).
Act as the quality lead with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
Mentor junior engineers and technicians within the quality function.
What We’re Looking For
Experience as a Quality Engineer (preferably aerospace, defence, or advanced manufacturing).
Strong knowledge of AS9100 and ISO9001 standards.
Skilled in quality tools – FMEA, 8D, FAIR, PPAP, problem-solving.
Great communicator who can work with cross-functional teams.
Eligible for UK Security Clearance.
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary + bonus scheme.
Strong benefits package.
Exciting, impactful projects in defence and aerospace.
Long-term career development opportunities.
Apply today to be part of a team delivering world-class engineering into global defence programmes