Principal Product Assurance Engineer - Manufacturing

Mbda Systems; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A defence technology company in Stevenage seeks a Principal Product Assurance Engineer to assure manufacturing quality, support UK manufacturing processes, and implement improvements. Candidates should have an HNC/HND in a relevant field and experience in quality management systems. This position offers a hybrid working model and a salary around £50,000, along with various benefits, including a company bonus and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Company bonus: Up to £2,500

Opportunity for paid overtime

Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave

Subsidised meals and free car parking

Healthcare Cash Plan

Qualifications

• Quality professional with process-based integrated management systems experience.
• Experience with risk management and practical problem-solving tools.
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills; ability to prioritise multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support and advise on all aspects of quality within Manufacturing UK.
• Conduct independent assessments and audits, report outcomes, and monitor improvements.
• Define risk reduction strategies and action plans.

Skills

Quality professional with integrated management systems experience

Experience with risk management tools (8D, 5Y, PFMEA)

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Quality auditing experience

Knowledge of international standards (EN9100/AS9100)

Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills

Strong communication and influencing skills

Capability to identify sustainable business improvements

Education

Minimum HNC/HND in a relevant subject

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Principal Product Assurance Engineer - Manufacturing

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Stevenage

Salary: Circa £50,000 depending on experience.
Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 days per week on-site.
Security Clearance: British Citizen or Dual UK national with British citizenship. All successful candidates will need to undergo BPSS checks.

What we can offer you

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance).
  Maximum total pension contribution up to 14%.
• Opportunity for paid overtime.
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days.
• Flexible working arrangements welcome.
• Enhanced parental leave: up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, shared parental leave; enhancements for paternity, neonatal leave and fertility treatments.
• Subsidised meals, free car parking and more.
• Healthcare Cash Plan: claim cashback on everyday healthcare expenses.

The opportunity

You will provide independent visibility and assurance that manufacturing and related processes are applied across all projects. You will support and advise on all aspects of quality within UK Manufacturing, identify sustainable improvements, manage SAP non‑conformances, analyse defect data and implement corrective actions, and assist with SAP as the non‑conformance management tool.

Responsibilities

• Support and advise on all aspects of quality within Manufacturing UK.
• Provide quality assurance assistance and develop training.
• Support programmes to achieve cost, time and quality targets.
• Improve processes within the Company Business Management System for Manufacturing UK.
• Conduct independent assessments and audits, report outcomes, and monitor improvements.
• Maintain links with QA colleagues across MBDA.
• Define risk reduction strategies and action plans.
• Facilitate or support Non‑Conformance Review Panels.
• Analyse defect data, conduct investigations, and implement corrective actions.

What’s in it for you

• Work in a high‑technology environment from CCA assembly to live build of weapon systems.
• Join a well‑established team supporting complex weapons systems for both internal and external customers.
• Opportunities to develop personal, professional, and behavioural skills.

What we’re looking for from you

• Minimum HNC/HND in a relevant subject.
• Quality professional with process‑based integrated management systems experience.
• Experience with risk management and practical problem‑solving tools (8D, 5Y, PFMEA, etc.).
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel).
• Quality auditing experience.
• Knowledge of international standards (EN9100/AS9100, AS9102, AS9145, AS9146, etc.).
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills; ability to prioritise multiple tasks.
• Capability to identify sustainable business improvements and ensure implementation.
• Strong communication and influencing skills at all organisational levels.
• Highly self‑motivated with determination to deliver results.
• Understand regulatory and certification requirements.

Position is based in Stevenage but will require regular support to Manufacturing sites, including Stevenage and Bolton. Travel (UK and international) will be required.