Quality Assurance Engineer

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Our client, a distinguished partner of the UKs Ministry of Defence, is a prominent defence organisation dedicated to supporting the Armed Forces in safeguarding national security. Working in close partnership with government entities, they pursue a shared mission of protecting our freedoms. While career progression is encouraged, automatic promotion is not guaranteed. A hybrid working model is supported wherever possible, offering a flexible blend of on-site and remote work.

Key Responsibilities: Our client is seeking a driven and experienced Quality professional to join the Quality Assurance Team based in Bolton. This role supports the Manufacturing Business Units and plays a vital part in driving continuous improvement and operational excellence across the organisation. Provide expert problem-solving support to address and resolve operational challenges. Lead and facilitate Kaizen events and improvement workshops, fostering cross-functional collaboration. Analyse internal and external trends to identify opportunities for process enhancement. Promote a culture of continuous improvement through data-driven decision-making and team engagement. Collate, validate, and interpret complex data sets to uncover trends and prioritise actions. Mentor and coach team members to build capability and sustain long-term process improvements.

What do you need?: Demonstrates relevant industry experience, ideally supported by formal qualifications. Holds a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification or equivalent practical experience in process improvement. Possesses strong analytical capabilities with a proven ability to leverage data insights to identify trends and drive continuous improvement. Brings a working knowledge of electrical systems or electrical testingan advantage for this role. Confident communicator with the ability to engage and report effectively across all levels of the organisation. Highly organised, with excellent planning skills to manage multiple priorities and deliver against defined objectives. Self-driven and resilient, with a strong commitment to achieving results and overcoming challenges.

What happens now? Upon submission of your application, should it meet our selection criteria, you will be contacted via e-mail by one of our talent acquisition specialists to arrange a screening call. This telephone chat is structured to explore a series of questions aimed at matching your competencies and capabilities to the specific demands of the position. Please note, this screening is contingent upon the initial success of your application.

Security Clearance

: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by our clients Security Team.

More about the role: For more than 70 years, our client has been in a strong partnership with the UK military. They have accomplished numerous milestones in defence engineering and have provided essential defence capabilities to meet the requirements of the armed forces across land, sea, and air.

This role is based at our client's headquarters in Stevenage, a key location for missile operations. The site offers excellent transportation links, an onsite gym, and a coffee shop. Training and development opportunities are available to all employees.

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