Principal Quality Engineer

Morson is partnering with the UK’s leading defence manufacturer and is seeking a Principal Quality Engineer to join their team based in Barrow‑in‑Furness.

Role Overview

This role is pivotal within the Quality function, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement across the Business Unit.

• Support the Quality team in maintaining compliance with the local Quality Business Management System.
• Effectively manage assigned tasks, deliver results, and escalate issues appropriately.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior colleagues.
• Perform specialist Quality activities in accordance with relevant processes and procedures.
• Key focus areas include: Quality Assurance, Supplier Quality Assurance, Supplier Improvements, Quality Enhancements, Quality Engineering, Quality Reporting, Quality Systems, Quality Records, Strategic Manufacturing, Field Engineering, Receipt Inspection, and Site Redevelopment Programmes.

Core Responsibilities

• Actively contribute as a committed member of the Quality team.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) and responsible business practises.
• Access, interpret, and develop local Management System documentation, including policies, procedures, workmanship standards, risk assessments, and relevant processes.
• Support the resolution of non‑conformances and corrective actions in collaboration with key stakeholders and process owners.
• Lead and conduct thorough Quality investigations.
• Analyse data to identify trends and implement effective corrective actions.
• Participate in working groups to ensure deliverables are met and that Learning from Experience (LfE) is captured and applied.
• Take ownership of assigned scopes of work, driving them to completion.
• Utilise company computer systems and software proficiently and appropriately.
• Communicate Quality objectives clearly and effectively.
• Support departmental reviews and engage with customers as required.
• Prepare accurate, clear, and targeted written reports and presentations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to support successful delivery of results.

Knowledge

• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and EN9100 standards.
• Understanding of Business Management Systems, Operational Frameworks, and Operational Assurance processes.
• Awareness of product safety requirements.
• Appreciation of the importance of cross‑functional collaboration.
• Knowledge of export control regulations, such as International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), where applicable.

Skills

• Ability to interpret specifications, procedures, and contract requirements accurately.
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis (RCA) techniques, including Fishbone diagrams, 5 Whys, relationship diagrams, Six Sigma, and cross‑functional evidence gathering and analysis.
• Competence in managing and verifying corrective actions effectively.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, including clear and professional communication with customers.

Qualifications

• HNC, degree in a relevant technical discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Professional quality qualifications, such as lead auditor status, or equivalent experience.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please respond with an up‑to‑date CV.

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