Defence Quality Assurance Engineer – On-Site at Devonport

We Served; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Plymouth is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to ensure compliance with safety and reliability standards. The role involves guiding quality management, overseeing project delivery, and maintaining high standards of performance. Essential qualifications include NVQ Level 3 and relevant experience in quality assurance. The position offers full-time hours based at the Devonport Royal Dockyard, with generous benefits including a matched contribution pension scheme and development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Matched contribution pension scheme

Access to a Digital GP

Employee share scheme

Payment of Professional Fees

Holiday Trading benefit

Volunteering day off

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience in quality assurance and control in an engineering sector.
• Understanding of national and international regulatory obligations.
• Knowledge of improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on quality planning and delivery.
• Support development of Quality Management Plans.
• Oversee quality requirements across projects.

Skills

Quality assurance and control experience

Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015

Change management knowledge

Document control skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in engineering

Completed recognized apprenticeship

Job description

A leading engineering firm in Plymouth is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to ensure compliance with safety and reliability standards. The role involves guiding quality management, overseeing project delivery, and maintaining high standards of performance. Essential qualifications include NVQ Level 3 and relevant experience in quality assurance. The position offers full-time hours based at the Devonport Royal Dockyard, with generous benefits including a matched contribution pension scheme and development opportunities.