Product Quality Engineer (Contract)

Holt Executive

  • London
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 hours ago
We are seeking an experienced Product Quality Engineer to play a key role in ensuring the quality, compliance, and reliability of end-to-end satellite communication systems. This role covers product assurance across design, manufacturing, integration, testing, and launch phases, working closely with internal teams, suppliers, and customers.Based in London with a very attractive hybrid working arrangement, this will be a 12-month contract (extension likely). The rate is negotiable dependant on experience (inside IR35).What you’ll do:
  • Lead programme-level product assurance activities across hardware, software, and systems.
  • Develop and implement assurance plans in line with AS9100, ISO 9001, and ECSS standards.
  • Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and partners to ensure compliance and delivery.
  • Oversee supplier quality, materials, processes, inspections, and audits.
  • Drive risk management, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
What you’ll need:
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering (electronics, aerospace, mechanical/materials, or similar).
  • 5+ years’ experience in product assurance on space projects (ESA, UKSA or similar).
  • Strong knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, and ECSS standards.
  • Experience working with and managing suppliers and vendors.
  • UK or EU (27) Citizenship required.
What will help you succeed:
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to balance independent work with team collaboration in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • Willingness to travel (10–15%).
If you’re ready to apply your product assurance expertise to cutting-edge space programmes, we’d love to hear from you.RW

Holt Executive