Job Opportunity: Quality Engineer (Fixed Term – 12 Months)
Location: Christchurch, Dorset
A well-established and respected aerospace manufacturing company based in Christchurch is seeking a Quality Engineer to join its dedicated Projects Team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the business’s largest ongoing contract, working with a globally recognised aerospace customer.
🔧 About the Role
As a Quality Engineer, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing quality standards throughout a major aerospace programme. You’ll work closely with engineering and production teams, providing quality planning, resolving non-conformance issues, and driving continuous improvement across processes.
🛠 Key Responsibilities
* Interpret and apply engineering drawings and technical specifications to quality processes
* Create and maintain quality plans, control plans, and support non-conformance resolution
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address quality concerns
* Ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements
* Support internal audits and external inspections
* Recommend and implement improvements to quality systems
✅ What We’re Looking For
* Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings and documentation
* Strong communication skills for effective teamwork across departments
* Experience with quality planning, non-conformance management, and control documentation
* High attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving
* Ability to work independently and take initiative
* Understanding of engineering and manufacturing processes
* Experience with Faro Arm, CMM, or similar metrology equipment is desirable, not essential
🕐 Working Hours & Contract Details
* Hours:
* Monday to Thursday: 7:00am – 3:30pm
* Friday: 7:00am – 12:00 noon (Early Finish!)
* Contract: Fixed Term – 12 Months
* Start Date: ASAP
* Location: Christchurch, Dorset (on-site)
🎯 Benefits
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* 4% employer pension contribution
* Employee wellbeing plan
* Early finish every Friday
* Friendly, supportive working environment