We are looking for
a Graduate Quality Engineer to join a leading
aerospace manufacturer. With a strong focus on safety, compliance, and continuous improvement, we are looking for a motivated Graduate Quality Engineer to join the Quality team and develop their career in a highly regulated, high-performance environment. As a Graduate Quality Engineer, you will support the Quality team in ensuring products and processes meet aerospace standards and customer requirements. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience across manufacturing, supplier quality, and compliance within AS9100-certified operations.
Graduate Quality EngineerPermanent Position£30,000 per annum Mon-Thu: 7am-4pm or 8am-5pm and Fri: 7am-12pm or 8am-1pmDerbyKey Responsibilities:- Support internal quality assurance activities across production and engineering
- Assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone)
- Help maintain compliance with AS9100, ISO9001, and customer requirements
- Review manufacturing documentation, inspection plans, and FAI submissions (AS9102)
- Support non-conformance investigations and concession processes
- Work with suppliers to improve quality performance
- Analyse quality data and produce reports on KPIs (scrap, rework, yield, etc.)
Essential Experience & Skills:- Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, or related discipline
- Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking
- Interest in quality engineering and regulated industries
- Good problem-solving and communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
Benefits:- 5% employer / 3% employee pension
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Early finish every Friday
- Training and development opportunities
