Quality Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a proactive Quality Engineer to join our established engineering team in Margate. Reporting to the Quality Manager, you will support quality systems, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across our aerospace and manufacturing operations.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain and support quality approvals such as AS9100, AS9110 and EASA Part 145.
• Plan, conduct and report internal, supplier, customer and third‑party audits.
• Manage non‑conformances, lead root‑cause investigations and drive corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for quality, compliance and operational efficiency.
• Maintain calibration, authorisation and training records.
• Develop and update quality procedures, work instructions and documentation.
• Support EN4179 and NDT requirements.
• Deliver quality and regulatory training as required.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve quality issues.
• Identify opportunities to apply AI for productivity and quality gains.

Required profile

• Experience in a regulated aerospace, aviation, MRO, manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Knowledge of AS9100 and/or AS9110 standards.
• Proven internal auditing experience and auditor training.
• Strong background in root‑cause analysis and corrective‑action implementation.
• Excellent problem‑solving, analytical and organisational abilities.
• Effective communication and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work across teams.

Required skills

• AS9100
• AS9110
• EASA Part 145
• EN4179
• NDT
• Internal auditing
• Root‑cause analysis
• Calibration management

What we offer

• Competitive salary plus benefits.
• Full‑time, Monday‑to‑Friday schedule.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, regulated aerospace environment.