Job Overview
Quality Assurance Engineer responsible for ensuring products and processes meet customer, regulatory, and business requirements throughout the product lifecycle. Works closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams supporting quality planning, non‑conformance management, root‑cause investigations, and continuous improvement activities within an AS9100‑regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Generate and maintain Control Plans from engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements for parts and assemblies.
- Review engineering drawings and technical documentation to identify critical quality characteristics and inspection requirements.
- Manage the non‑conformance process, including containment, quarantine, investigation, disposition, and closure.
- Lead Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) activities using structured problem‑solving tools including 8D, 5 Whys, and Fishbone analysis.
- Participate in design reviews and drawing reviews to ensure quality requirements are incorporated into product designs.
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities by defining and implementing quality requirements and controls.
- Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to resolve product and process quality issues.
- Analyse quality data and metrics to identify trends, drive corrective actions, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support internal, customer, and third‑party audits and ensure compliance with AS9100 quality management system requirements.
Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience
Essential
- Strong understanding of quality assurance principles, non‑conformance management, and root‑cause analysis techniques.
- Experience working within an AS9100‑regulated manufacturing environment.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
- Experience with Control Plans, RCCA, and quality problem‑solving methodologies.
- Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively within cross‑functional teams.
Desirable
- Experience within Aerospace or Defence manufacturing.
- Knowledge of AS9102 First Article Inspection requirements.
- SAP experience or familiarity with similar ERP systems.
- Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement tools.
- Engineering, Manufacturing, or Quality‑related qualification (HNC/HND, Degree, or equivalent).
Benefits
- Private Medical Insurance
- Competitive Pension
- Dental
- Critical Illness
- Life Assurance
- Travel Insurance
- Employee discounts for top high street shops
- Employee Assistance Program which includes free face‑to‑face counselling sessions, legal advice, financial advice, etc.
- Internal training and development alongside Education assistance programmes
- Reimbursement for a professional membership
- Competitive policies that support flexibility and family leave inclusive of enhanced maternity leave
Job Details
- Job Reference Number: 19659BR
- Salary Range: Circa £50‑55K
- Employee Type: Full Time
- Duration: 12 Months
- Hours Per Week: 37.5
- Working Schedule: 4×Flex
- Country: United Kingdom (UK)
- Clearance Required for Role: SC
- Graduate, Intern or Apprentice Vacancy: No
Equal Opportunity Statement
Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximise value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us.
Job Expires
16/07/2027
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