Overview
The Contract Quality Management System (QMS) Engineer will play a critical role in supporting the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of ISO 9001 / EN 9100 compliant management systems within a rapidly growing defense technology organization. This position involves collaborating with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams to ensure product compliance and to foster a strong quality culture across the business.
Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and improve an ISO 9001 / EN 9100 certifiable Quality Management System.
- Plan and conduct internal audits, ensuring timely corrective action and closure of findings.
- Support Engineering and Manufacturing with quality planning, controls, and process development.
- Manage internal quality issues and customer complaints, including containment and root cause analysis.
- Define quality metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the business.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to embed robust quality practices.
- Support the organization through periods of rapid growth, ensuring quality processes remain effective, proportionate, and scalable.
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years' experience in a Quality Assurance, Quality Engineering, or Continuous Improvement role within aerospace, defence, automotive, or a similar regulated manufacturing environment.
- Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS/EN 9100 quality management systems.
- Experience operating within regulated frameworks such as EASA Part 21 or equivalent.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
- Experience working cross-functionally within engineering or production-led organizations.
- Proven ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
- Certified ISO Lead Auditor is preferred.
- Experience with quality and improvement tools such as FMEA, SPC, RCCA, Six Sigma, or Lean methodologies is advantageous.