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

• Conducting internal audits and leading improvement actions

• Overseeing CI (Continuous Improvement) initiatives

• Preparing for and hosting NADCAP and customer audits

• Collaborating with suppliers on calibration, maintenance, and testing

• 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:

• Proven expertise in soft metal heat treatment processes & testing

• NADCAP knowledge/experience highly desirable

• Solid understanding of QMS (Quality Management Systems)

• Comfortable interpreting technical specifications

• Strong communication and stakeholder-facing skills

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

• Lean/Six Sigma knowledge is a plus

What’s in it for You:

• Competitive salary package

• 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)

• Discounts from leading retailers

• On-site parking and modern facilities

• Discounted gym membership

• Real career development and training opportunities

Additional Info:

• This is a site-based role

• 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!