Quality Systems Engineer

Permanent – Days – Gloucester - Fulltime - £40,000-45,000 + Excellent Benefits

A leading precision engineering manufacturer is seeking a Quality Systems Engineer to support and maintain the company’s Quality Management Systems, with a particular focus on documentation control and compliance with ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards. This is an ideal role for someone with a strong grasp of regulated quality systems who wants to take ownership of QMS activity across departments.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and improve the Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards
• Manage and control documentation, manuals, and procedures to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Support internal and external audits, including documentation preparation, CAPA actions, and non-conformance tracking
• Assist with aligning the QMS to evolving customer, industry, and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality system responsibilities are met across new and existing products
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by reviewing and updating QMS documentation and policies
• Track and report on key Quality System KPIs and performance metrics
• Stay informed on developments in QMS standards and best practices
• Assist the wider Quality and Operational teams in maintaining audit readiness and systems integrity
• Participate in the planning and execution of quality improvement initiatives across the business
• Perform other QMS-related tasks as required

Person:

• Strong experience in Quality Engineering within a manufacturing environment governed by AS9100 or similar standards
• Hands-on experience working with ISO 9001 and AS9100 QMS documentation and processes
• Working knowledge of quality tools and methodologies such as APQP, PPAP, FAIR, ISIR, and Control Plans (preferred)
• Familiarity with IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 – beneficial but not essential
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and a process-driven mindset
• Confident in interpreting engineering drawings and understanding manufacturing documentation
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate across departments
• Able to handle multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment