Senior Quality Engineer

Do you have a strong background in aerospace or similar engineering sectors with a strong understand of AS9100? Can you lead and develop a team of skilled engineers and inspectors? Then get in touch! Kingston Barnes is recruiting a Senior Quality Engineer for our client in the Bristol area. You will be a key part of the business as a member of the senior leadership team and you will ensure the Quality assurance activities comply with AS9100 and Customer Requirements. The Company: Our client specialises in machining complex machined parts for the aerospace industry. They’re an established business in their field and work with market-leading names to assist them with the manufacturing of parts. The Role: * Maintain and Improve the Quality Management System * Lead an internal team of Quality Engineers * Support new product introduction activities, including inspection plans, control plans, and AS9102 FAIR approval * Assist with APQP and PPAP activities, including supplier PPAP approval and compliance checks * Review engineering drawings and specifications to identify quality and manufacturing risks * Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective actions using 8D, 5 Whys, and Fishbone tools * Monitor supplier quality performance and carry out supplier audits and development activities * Maintain quality documents, records, and aerospace traceability requirements * Prepare quality reports and monitor KPIs including scrap, rework, and yield About you: * Proven experience in a Quality role within aerospace or high-integrity engineering * Strong knowledge of AS9100 * Experience with inspection techniques and tools * Skilled in problem-solving, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement * Confident communicator, able to engage customers, auditors, and internal teams * Experience with managing and developing skilled technical staff * Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing methods * Relevant engineering or quality qualification (or equivalent experience) The hours of work are Monday – Thursday 7:30am – 4pm, and 7:30am – 12:30pm on Friday Benefits: * Up to £50,000 * Company Pension * 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays * Cycle to Work Scheme * Enhanced Family Friendly benefits * Health care cash plan * DIS benefit * Onsite Free Parking If you are interested please call Josh Hoyle on (phone number removed) or apply online * Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this position