Quality Technician
Salary 39k

Job Description

We are a leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, contributing to safer, more sustainable aviation for current and future generations. We design, test, manufacture, and assemble landing gear used on commercial aircraft, including Airbus and Boeing, as well as UK military aircraft such as the Eurofighter Typhoon. Our UK division has been at the cutting edge of landing gear technology for over 90 years.

What will I be doing?

You will work within our medium landing gear quality team, supporting manufacture and inspection, to improve the robustness of our product processes, ensuring the production of a reliable & quality Right First Time product.

Provide hands-on expertise in resolving quality issues
Coach and develop team members in technical and quality matters to achieve greater robustness
Play a key role in the continual improvement of products throughout their manufacturing life
Act as a key interface with other internal and external disciplines
Evaluate and process non-conformities
Offer expert advice, information, and support to Design Engineering, internal, and external customers and suppliers as required
Be actively involved in improvement activities
Provide input regarding manufacturing quality and technical issues to Manufacturing Engineering strategy
Raise and authorize extra work on layouts, SAP, and MES

Why us?

Our employees are at the heart of our success. We offer a range of competitive benefits, hybrid working options, global career opportunities, and dedicated training and development to contribute to a safer and more sustainable aviation. As a forward-looking company, we heavily invest in Research & Development.

What we will give you:

Excellent shift premiums
25 days holiday + UK Bank Holidays, with the option to buy/sell annual leave
Profit-sharing annual bonus
A shares scheme
Pension scheme (up to 8% match)
Onsite parking, including EV chargers, subsidised restaurant, coffee shop, bicycle storage, and shower/changing facilities
Access to a benefits portal offering cycle-to-work, technology & retail savings, healthcare & wellbeing services, discounted gym memberships, and more!
Opportunities for global and local career progression, and access to training & development programmes
Engagement with schools, colleges, universities, and involvement in charitable activities
Social events throughout the year and access to sports and social clubs

What do you need from me?

Knowledge of manufacturing principles including methods, processes, production control, plant, and tooling based on a lean enterprise approach
Product knowledge expertise
Ability to gain knowledge of Aerospace Quality systems to a level that enables holding a QT stamp
Knowledge of problem-solving techniques
Familiarity with First Article Procedure (DVI, PPAP, APQI)

Behavioural competencies required:

Target achievement
Personal drive
Analytical thinking
Performance improvement
Adaptability
Working effectively with others
Influencing skills
Interpersonal sensitivity
Focus on compliance