Operational Quality Assurance Engineer

Job Description Our Quality Assurance department ensures with confidence that our customers' requirements are being met during the manufacturing, assembly, integration, and test phases of the Spacecraft build cycle. Vigilance and dedication in our efforts allow us to develop customised solutions, proactively eliminate problems, improve operational performance, maintain low costs, keep our people safe, and ensure customer satisfaction in our unique and highly specialised operations and product manufacture. Task & Accountability The QA is fully empowered to manage all aspects of quality within the Spacecraft Production work area: Performing critical inspection activities and witnessing critical operations. Lead and influence the prevention of non-conformances and enforce the quality mindset in the local work areas. Drive the efficient management of non-conformance and Cost of Non-quality reduction. Collate build reconciliations and open points (e.g., open work orders). Perform Quality surveillance in the local work areas to ensure product quality meets the stated requirements. Ensure open actions from critical inspections are managed and tracked during all production phases. Attend and support PPS (root cause analysis) / IRB (internal review board) meetings where required. Review and supply feedback on quality procedures, processes, documents, and forms used during daily activities for accuracy and completeness. Request and/or carry out a process audit as necessary. Review Spacecraft Production work instructions for technical integrity regarding product quality requirements through QVPs and standards, whether specific or more general. If needed, reject and assist manufacturing in the correction of errors. Review drawings as needed in support of a work instruction review. Required Skills Essential - A recognised engineering apprenticeship and/or equivalent academic qualification with at least 3 years Production, Quality, or Engineering experience within the Aerospace or Military industry. Good understanding of Quality Assurance and product assurance activities. Communication skills to motivate others to improve the quality of their work as well as to explain your findings clearly. Teamwork and leadership attributes with excellent written and oral communication and persuasion skills. Solid hardware inspection background. Willingness to work on shift, on-call, or off-site when required. Knowledge of Space Quality standards would be a strong advantage. Desirable - Lean, continuous improvement qualifications. ESA qualification would be a plus. Experience with 3D drawings (Catia, 3DX) would be a plus. Knowledge on composite/carbon would be a plus. Guidant Global (BH4SF) is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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