Our client, a specialist organisation in the defence and security sector, is seeking a Quality Technician for a contract opportunity. The role will support high-quality electronics and engineering operations through product inspection, quality assurance, audit activity and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct Goods-In, work-in-progress, final, first-off and first article inspections in accordance with approved procedures and priority requirements
- Verify products against approved design documentation, engineering drawings, production records and applicable workmanship standards
- Measure key product and process characteristics using suitable inspection equipment and operate within the equipment calibration system
- Identify and report non-conformances accurately, supporting root cause analysis, CAPA and supplier corrective action requests
- Perform internal and external product, process and quality management system audits, reporting findings and monitoring compliance
- Provide quality support to Engineering, Purchasing and Manufacturing, while representing the Quality function at customer, supplier and cross-functional meetings
- Support training, business improvement initiatives, Lean methodology and the review of documented quality processes
- Work in accordance with ISO 9001, AS9100, EASA 145 and EASA 21.G requirements, maintaining safe working practices and meeting agreed service levels
Job Requirements:
- Background in electronics, manufacturing quality or a related engineering discipline
- Experience in mechanical and electrical inspection within a regulated or aerospace environment
- Knowledge of relevant workmanship standards, including IPC-610 and applicable company quality standards
- Awareness and practical understanding of AS9102 and first article inspection requirements
- Auditor training or experience in quality management system auditing
- Understanding of release signatory responsibilities and relevant aviation procedures
- Strong problem-solving, root cause analysis and corrective action skills
- Ability to manage priorities, communicate effectively with suppliers and customers, and complete work accurately within agreed deadlines
Key Performance Areas:
- Completion of allocated inspection and quality activities on time and to the required standard
- Effective root cause analysis, corrective action and supplier corrective action management
- Accurate completion of inspection, batch, bill of materials and audit documentation
- Contribution to continuous improvement, quality performance and operational efficiency
- Successful completion of first article inspection reports and quality improvement activities
This contract opportunity would suit a Quality Technician with strong inspection experience and an understanding of quality systems within the defence, aerospace or electronics manufacturing sectors. Apply now to progress this opportunity with Our client.
