Job Description

Company Description

ALTEN

is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.


Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow's world--today.


Join us and start building tomorrow's world today!

We are looking fo

r Quality Engineers

to join our team in Portsmouth to support

aerospace manufacturing projects

, focusing on non-conformance management and adherence to aerospace quality standards. You'll work closely with production, design and supply chain teams to ensure products meet strict industry requirements.

Location: Portsmouth

On Site: Fully onsite

Clearance: Not required

Experience Level: Mid Level

Key Responsibilities:

Investigate, manage and close

non-conformances

within manufacturing. Conduct root-cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions. Ensure compliance to aerospace standards including

AS9100.

Review

manufacturing processes

and propose improvements. Support

audits, inspections and documentation control.

Liaise with production, design and suppliers to maintain high-quality output.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

Experience working in

aerospace manufacturing

. Strong background in non-conformance management. Knowledge of

AS9100

or similar aerospace standards. Ability to interpret drawings and engineering documentation. Understanding of

FAIRs, RCCA

methods and quality tools is beneficial.

Required Qualifications:

A

Bachelor's

or

Master's degree

in

Engineering

, or

equivalent

military experience

.

Desirable Skills:

Familiarity with supplier quality management

, including supplier NCRs and corrective action follow?up.

Exposure to special processes

(e.g., machining, composites, surface treatments, assembly).

Understanding of configuration management

and change control in aerospace environments.

Competence with digital quality tools

such as QMS platforms, NCR systems, or audit software.

Knowledge of measurement systems

(GD&T, metrology, inspection techniques).

Ability to influence stakeholders

and drive quality culture across multidisciplinary teams.

Strong communication skills

for presenting findings, leading investigations, and supporting audits.

Additional Information

Why join us?

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.


At ALTEN, you'll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.


Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

In short you get:

A personalised career path and a rewarding management style A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries Private Medical Insurance Cycle & Tech Scheme Employee assistance programme Life insurance & Pension Scheme Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.