Quality Engineer - NPI

Quality Engineer (NPI / Manufacturing) - Aerospace Sector

Greater Manchester
Salary + biannual performance bonus

The Opportunity

We're supporting a well-established, high-precision engineering business within the aerospace and defence sector, currently looking to appoint aQuality Engineer to support ongoing growth and new programme introduction activity.

This role is ideally suited to aQuality Inspector looking to step into an engineering-level position, or a junior Quality Engineer with a strong shopfloor background.

You'll join a structured quality environment, working acrossNPI programmes, production support, and continuous improvement activities, with clear progression into more senior Quality Assurance roles.

Key Responsibilities

• SupportNew Product Introduction (NPI) activities across multiple programmes
• Managenon-conformances and support internal review processes (e.g. Material Review Board (MRB))
• Assist with preparation and review ofFirst Article Inspection Report (FAIR) in line with aerospace standards
• SupportAdvanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) / Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities
• Conduct root cause analysis using structured problem-solving tools (8D, 5 Whys, etc.)
• Work closely with manufacturing, engineering, and supplier teams to drive quality improvements
• Support internal audits and quality system compliance activities
• Contribute to continuous improvement and waste reduction initiatives

What We're Looking For

• Minimum3 years' experience within a manufacturing quality environment
• Background as atime-served Quality Inspector (or equivalent hands-on experience)
• Strong ability toread and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Experience using inspection equipment (manual tools, CMM, vision systems such as Keyence measurement systems)
• Understanding ofaerospace or defence quality standards (highly desirable)
• Exposure to quality systems and processes (QMS, non-conformance, FAIR, APQP/PPAP)
• Proactive mindset with strong problem-solving and communication skills

Please contactCoral atDCS to apply.

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