Job Description

Role: Quality Engineer

Location: London

Salary: \xc2\xa345,000 - \xc2\xa355,000 + benefits

Onsite 4x days per week + 1x day remote work

As part of its progression into the next phase of the company\'s strategic growth plan, is seeking to develop its quality engineering function with an experienced Quality Engineer.

Reporting into the Quality Assurance Manager and working closely with the Design, Procurement and NPI teams. The role of Quality Engineer will have a primary focus on supporting the company product development and implementation process through all stages of the product lifecycle. Quality Engineering support will include:

• Undertaking the independent process/quality assurance activities as defined within RTCA-DO254 (Hardware) and RTCA-DO178C for software to support the product development process
• Managing the implementation of APQP throughout the product development project

This important role requires proven industrial experience of quality engineering to support new product introduction programs within an aviation airworthiness of systems context.

In addition to supporting RTCA-DO-254/RTCA-DO-178C process assurance activities. the Quality Engineer will also be responsible for developing advanced product quality plans (APQPs) to support product development as well as leading the deployment of APQP tools such as FMEA, MSA and statistical process capability.

The Quality Engineer will also assist in the maintenance and verification of the implementation of the formal Quality Management System by undertaking internal quality audits and participating in third party audits where required.

Working in conjunction with the Quality Assurance Manager and the wider Supply Chain team, key deliverables will include:

• Support the company airworthiness certifications by undertaking product project process assurance activities (document review, project reviews and process audits) as defined within RTC-DO-254 and RTCA-DO-178C
• Create and own APQPs for products which cover all stages of their lifecycle
• Creation and maintenance of supplier quality performance reports for subcontract manufacturers
• Support quality surveillance activities for key suppliers to ensure quality standards are maintained
• Reviewing supplier submitted FAI reports to support the company\'s New Product Introduction Process
• Undertaking periodic internal quality audits to support the company\'s annual audit program
• Managing the successful completion of corrective actions for non-conforming outputs associated with suppliers, internal incidents as well as those reported post-delivery by customers/users in the field

• Liaison with Customer Services to support the timely and effective resolution of customer complaints

• Acting as the main quality contact point for any project related quality topics or queries

Skills:

Lead auditor / auditor is highly desirable

• Demonstratable experience of quality engineering to support systems product development and management through all stages of the product lifecycle
• A good appreciation of engineered systems covering both hardware and software
• Experience of leading the application of APQP in product development including compiling product quality plans, PFMEA, DFMEA, MSA and statistical process capability and control
• Proven experience of working closely with external suppliers to support product development projects as well as managing quality issues to closure
• Able to plan, undertake and manage internal quality audits to closure
• Working knowledge of ISO9001: 2015, AS9100: Rev D, RTCA-DO-254 and RTCA-178C
• In depth knowledge and experience of problem-solving methodologies including the application of Root Cause Corrective Action methodologies such as 8D or similar
• Strong interpersonal skills. Able to communicate effectively at all levels of the organisation and with customers and suppliers
• Excellent communication skills - written and verbal. Fluency in written and spoken English
• Ability to effectively present information in team meetings and design reviews as needed
• A background in a telecommunications/systems environment for the aerospace, space and defence sectors

Desirable:

• Experience and/or awareness of process assurance to the requirements of RTCA-254 (hardware) and RTCA-DO-178C (software), candidates without this will undergo formal and on the job training to cover this activity
• Good knowledge of Lean 6 sigma methodologies
• Exposure to electronics box build supply

All the benefits you\'d expect from an industry leader:

• Bonus scheme
• Contributory pension
• Life insurance at 4x salary
• Private medical insurance
• WeCare - access to 24/7 online GP
• 25 days holiday (plus recognised public holidays) and holiday purchase scheme
• Flexible working
• Excellent training - continuing professional development to drive your career
• Season ticket loan
• Cycle to work scheme

How to apply?

Please send a CV to kaceynorris

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