Quality Assurance Engineer
- Stevenage, Hertfordshire
- £38.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
x3 days onsite in Stevenage (rest remote)
£38ph, UMB, inside IR35
Candidates must be SC cleared or clearable at a minimum - UKEO programmesKey skills required for this roleQuality Assurance Engineer, QA, Quality Engineer, EN9100/AS9100, AS9102, AS9145, AS9146, HNC/HND, Manufacturing, Quality AuditingImportantQuality Assurance EngineerJob descriptionOur client, a prominent name in the Defence & Security and Aerospace sectors, is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer on a contract basis to join their team in Stevenage. This role is ideal for individuals with expertise in quality engineering and assurance, looking to make significant contributions to critical projects within a dynamic industry.Key Responsibilities:
- Ensuring quality standards are maintained throughout the production process
- Implementing and monitoring quality assurance processes and procedures
- Utilising problem-solving tools such as 8D, 5Y, and PFEA to address and mitigate risks
- Conducting audits and ensuring compliance with industry standards
- Working closely with manufacturing teams to integrate quality assurance practices
- Preparing detailed reports and documentation for quality performance
- Collaborating with other departments to improve overall product quality
- Ensuring that all quality assurance activities adhere to relevant security clearance requirements
- Experience in quality engineering and quality assurance, particularly within Defence & Security and Aerospace sectors
- Proficient in the use of problem-solving tools such as 8D and 5Y
- Strong skills in risk mitigation, particularly through the use of PFEA
- Audit experience within a manufacturing context
- Understanding of Lean Six Sigma methodologies
- Ability to travel to other UK sites as required
- Security Clearance (SC) is required; candidates can start on BPSS
- Hybrid working pattern with a minimum of 3 days on-site in Stevenage
- Opportunity to work in a leading Defence & Security and Aerospace environment
- Engage in challenging and impactful projects
- Gain exposure to advanced quality assurance practices and tools
- Potential for contract extension beyond the initial 6 months