Quality Engineer

Collins Aerospace UK; Kilkeel; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Northern Ireland is seeking a Quality Engineer to maintain and improve quality management systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and at least one year of experience in Quality or Engineering. Responsibilities include conducting audits, fostering continuous improvement, and communicating quality initiatives across the organization. This role offers an attractive compensation package, hybrid work options, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

25 days Annual Leave & 9 Public Holidays

Attractive Compensation Package

Early finish Fridays

Hybrid Work Options

Professional Development + Growth

Support with professional fees

EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)

Healthcare benefits

Staff Discounts

Work/Life Balance

Wellness Programs

Employee Recognition

Employee Referral Bonus

Free onsite parking

Death in Service Benefit

Generous Employer Contribution Pension Scheme

Opportunities for progression and development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year’s relevant Quality or Engineering experience.
• Experience in a P1 Engineering or Quality Engineering role is preferred.
• Experience completing and/or managing internal audits.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve Quality management systems.
• Develop and lead continuous improvement activities.
• Conduct audits of quality systems and processes.
• Coordinate updates to Quality Management System documentation.

Skills

Quality management systems

Continuous improvement

Problem-solving techniques

Lean principles

ISO9001/AS9100 standards

Education

Third Level Qualification Degree in relevant discipline

Job description

Location

BE Aerospace UK Limited, 2 Moor Road, BE - Kilkeel, Kilkeel, BT34 4NG and Unit 3, The Inner Basin, The Harbour, Kilkeel, County Down, Northern Ireland, BT34 4AX.

Date Posted

2025-12-18

Country

United Kingdom

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve Collins Quality management systems to ensure ongoing effectiveness.
• Ensure that all products are manufactured to relevant international standard(s) and meet or exceed Collins Aerospace and customer needs.
• Ensure that product certification processes continue to meet FAA/EASA/CAA/AS9100 requirements.

What you will do

• To establish/support/monitor quality policies and procedures that are followed throughout the business that contribute to consistent high‑class performance in all areas.
• Represent the business with customers and regulatory authorities with the objective of inspiring confidence and enabling positive cooperation in the quality of products and services provided.
• Develop, promote and lead continuous improvement activities.
• Provide support and assistance to development in development and execution of corrective actions.
• Lead in quality system and/or process audits in Collins as needed.
• Leads and participates in supplier and in house improvement events.
• Contribute and participate in Material Review Board’s.
• Travel nationally and internationally in line with business requirements.
• Take initiative and seek results in a structured way.
• Clear communication (both verbally and orally) to all levels within the organisation on quality related topics.
• Maintains & improves Quality System documentation to ensure on‑going effectiveness and alignment with corporate and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinates QMS updates and supports process owners with changes to procedural documentation.

Essential Qualifications

• Hold a Third Level Qualification Degree in a relevant discipline and a minimum of 1 year’s relevant Quality or Engineering experience.

Internal Only Criteria

• Hold a Third Level Qualification Degree in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 1 year’s experience working in a P1 Engineering or Quality Engineering role.

Desirable Qualifications

• Demonstrate experience of completing and/or managing internal audits.
• Demonstrate experience of completing problem solving activities using methods such as 3C, 8D, 7D, DMAIC etc.
• Working knowledge of lean principles.
• In depth knowledge and application of ISO9001/AS9100 standards.

How to Apply

Please note, it is the candidate’s responsibility to clearly outline how they meet the criteria required for this role.

Closing date for applications: 13th January 2026

What We Offer

• 25 days Annual Leave & 9 Public Holidays
• Attractive Compensation Package
• Early finish Fridays
• Hybrid Work Options (*Role dependent)
• Professional Development + Growth
• Support with professional fees
• EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)
• Healthcare benefits (including healthcare cash plan)
• Staff Discounts
• Work/Life Balance
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Recognition
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Free onsite parking
• Death in Service Benefit
• Generous Employer Contribution Pension Scheme
• Opportunities for progression and development

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