Quality Engineer - Special Process

Are you ready to take the next step in your quality engineering career within a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment? We’re on the lookout for a proactive and experienced Quality Engineer to join a growing team, with a specialist focus on special processes such as soft metal heat treatment and testing.

Our Client:

Innova Search is proud to partner with a leading Aerospace and Defence assembly manufacturer, renowned for its expertise in precision-engineered components and assemblies. With a strong reputation for quality and innovation, the company serves a diverse range of industries, including aerospace, nuclear, defence, medical, and scientific sectors.

About the Role:

As the Quality Engineer – Special Process, you’ll play a key role in ensuring compliance across special process activities, including regular audits, NADCAP preparation, and supporting production teams with your technical expertise.

You’ll be responsible for:

Maintaining NADCAP and other client heat treatment/testing approvals

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Conducting internal audits and leading improvement actions

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Overseeing CI (Continuous Improvement) initiatives

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Preparing for and hosting NADCAP and customer audits

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Collaborating with suppliers on calibration, maintenance, and testing

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Acting up for the Quality Manager as needed

About You:

We’re looking for someone with solid aerospace or automotive quality engineering experience and a working knowledge of special processes. The ideal candidate will be confident in audit environments and passionate about compliance and continuous improvement.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

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Proven expertise in soft metal heat treatment processes & testing

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NADCAP knowledge/experience highly desirable

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Solid understanding of QMS (Quality Management Systems)

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Comfortable interpreting technical specifications

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Strong communication and stakeholder-facing skills

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IT literate (SAP, MS Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project)

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Lean/Six Sigma knowledge is a plus

What’s in it for You:

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Competitive salary package

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33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)

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Discounts from leading retailers

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On-site parking and modern facilities

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Discounted gym membership

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Real career development and training opportunities

Additional Info:

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This is a site-based role

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All applicants must be eligible for BPSS clearance (including DBS check and 3 years of references)

If you're a hands-on quality professional looking to grow in a dynamic, well-established business with a clear focus on excellence and innovation—apply now