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Quest Global
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Aerospace Quality Engineer


Quest Global is an organization at the forefront of innovation and one of the world's fastest growing engineering services firms with deep domain knowledge and recognized expertise in the top OEMs across seven industries. We are a twenty-five-year-old company on a journey to becoming a centenary one, driven by aspiration, hunger, and humility. We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible, possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all.


If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we're eager to hear from you.


The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills:


Role Overview


We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Quality Engineer to join our team in the aviation sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all products, components, and processes meet industry standards, customer requirements, and regulatory compliance, such as those established by EASA, FAA, and AS9100 standards. The role will focus on continuous improvement, root cause analysis, and quality systems oversight across the manufacturing, assembly, and maintenance processes. Expertise and knowledge of Integrated Baded Rotors (IBRs) or Bladed Disks (Blisks) would be favourable.


Work Experience


Responsibilities:

  • Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance processes and procedures in accordance with aviation industry standards.
  • Lead customer / internal investigations using problem resolution tools and techniques
  • Conduct internal and supplier audits to ensure compliance with AS9100, EASA Part 21/145, and FAA regulations.
  • Investigate and resolve quality issues through root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
  • Review and approve inspection and test plans, engineering drawings, and documentation for compliance.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams to improve process capability and reduce variation.
  • Maintain and analyse quality metrics, and prepare quality reports for internal/customer stakeholders and regulatory bodies.
  • Manage non-conformances and concession processes, ensuring timely resolution and documentation.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean, Six Sigma, and FMEA activities.
  • Liaise with customers and regulatory authorities on quality matters, audits, and product conformity.
  • Ensure that calibration and inspection equipment is properly maintained and certified.
  • Provide engineering support as required to the team and customers
  • Document, summarize, write reports, and disseminate information per requirements.

Qualifications and Skills:


Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in a quality engineering role within the aerospace or aviation industry.
  • Strong knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, EASA, FAA, or other applicable aviation quality standards.
  • Experience with quality tools such as FMEA, 8D, 5 Whys, SPC, and control plans.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality software (e.g., SAP, Q-Pulse, or similar QMS tools).
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.


Preferred:

  • Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or similar professional certification.
  • Experience with aviation manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, composites, assembly).
  • Familiarity with regulatory audits and certification processes.
  • Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt or Black Belt preferred)

Experience desired:

  • Experience of structured problem-solving methodology: Lean / ACE, lead change/improvement activity / DMAIC / 6 Sigma etc.
  • Previous knowledge of Integrated Bladed Rotors (IBRs) or Bladed Disks (Blisks).
  • Formal auditing qualification.
  • Green Belt / Black Belt trained
  • Previous experience in Aerospace
  • Ability to read/interpret drawings including understanding of GD&T and critical characteristics (KPCs).
  • Experience in a using SAP or similar ERP system.
  • Management qualification

Skills (Personnel):

  • IT literate Effective
  • Ability and willingness to travel to supplier sites as required
  • Full clean Driving License
  • Effective time management
  • Good Communication in English (oral & written) & Interpersonal skills
  • Geographically flexible
  • Organisational Agility
  • Problem Solving and Logical Thinking ability
  • Results driven
  • Ability to work remotely or as part of a team (when required)

Working Conditions:

  • Office and shop floor environments.
  • May involve travel to suppliers, customers, or regulatory bodies.
  • Adherence to safety and quality policies is mandatory.


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