Quality Engineer

  • Orion Electrotech
  • Fareham, Hampshire
  • Oct 09, 2025
Full time Manufacturing

Job Description

Quality Engineer

Aerospace/Defence

Fareham, Hybrid Working, up to £50,000

We re seeking a Quality Engineer to join a leading aerospace organisation, where you ll play a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with industry standards and driving continuous improvement across engineering projects.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on cutting-edge systems, software, hardware, and mechanical design projects, contributing to the highest levels of design assurance.

Key Responsibilities of the Quality Engineer

  • Develop and manage external QA interfaces across projects.
  • Review and approve design and development documentation to ensure compliance with quality systems.
  • Create and maintain Quality Plans aligned with stakeholder, contractual, and regulatory requirements.
  • Audit project lifecycles for adherence to aerospace standards including ARP4754, DO-254 (ED-80), and DO-178C (ED-12C).
  • Ensure customer requirements and design review criteria are met across all development activities.
  • Oversee conformity assessments and ensure lifecycle data integrity.
  • Manage deviations in design processes and lead corrective actions.
  • Support subcontractor compliance and facilitate internal/external continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Act as a key point of contact for quality-related guidance and information.

What We re Looking For

Education:

  • Bachelor s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.

Quality Engineer Skills & Experience:

  • Awareness of AS9100, ARP4754A, DO-178B/C, DO-254, and aerospace regulations (civil & military).
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage subcontractors.
  • Excellent analytical, decision-making, and conflict management abilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and web-based tools.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.

If this Quality Engineer role sounds of interest, 'Apply Now' or reach out to Electrotech

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