Senior Quality Engineer

Senior Quality Engineer Salary: Up to £55,000 Location: Coatbridge Sector: Aerospace, Defence & Space The Opportunity We are seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to take ownership of quality across key manufacturing processes within a highly regulated environment. This role will focus on driving process robustness, improving manufacturing quality, and ensuring compliance with AS9100 and ISO 9001 standards. You will play a critical role in supporting the design and manufacture of advanced thermal battery systems used in mission-critical aerospace, defence, and space applications, working closely with engineering and production teams. Quality Engineering & Manufacturing Support * Provide Quality Engineering support to Manufacturing and New Product Introduction (NPI) activities. * Verify product compliance against engineering and customer specification requirements. * Review and audit manufacturing processes to ensure effective operation and identify opportunities for improvement. * Lead problem-solving activities, including Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implementation of corrective actions. * Manage non-conformance processes and ensure timely resolution of quality issues. * Deliver assigned Quality Improvement Projects to agreed objectives and timescales. * Conduct First Article Inspections (FAI), including hands-on mechanical inspection and measurement activities. * Support and develop the Quality Control Inspection team through training and technical guidance. Auditing & Compliance * Conduct Internal Product Audits and Quality Management System Audits in accordance with AS9100 requirements. * Perform external supplier audits and quality evaluations to ensure compliance with industry and customer standards. * Maintain and promote compliance with the AS9100 Quality Management System Essential Requirements: * Degree qualified in an Engineering discipline (BEng or MEng) * Minimum 5 years' experience in Quality Management, Quality Engineering, or Product Assurance. * Comprehensive understanding of manufacturing processes and controls associated with high-reliability products. * Certified Quality Management System Auditor (AS9100 preferred, ISO 9001 considered). * Experience conducting precision mechanical inspection and measurement activities. * Proven ability to identify, implement, and sustain process improvements. * Experience utilising data analysis tools and techniques to monitor process performance and drive improvement. * Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to interact professionally with customers, suppliers, and internal teams