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Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

Job Posted: a day ago

Salary: £ 26.92 - 36 / Hour
Job Type: Contract
Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Senior Quality Assurance Engineer | Portsmouth | 12-Month Contract

Contract Details

  * Location: Portsmouth (onsite, 5 days per week)

  * Duration: 12 months (likely extension)

  * Hours: 35 per week (working 4.5 days, early finish Fridays)

  * Rate: £36/hour Umbrella (£26.92 PAYE)

  * Security Clearance: BPSS+ required

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Quality Assurance Engineer to support quality activities within a highly regulated manufacturing and production environment. This role is key to ensuring products meet defined quality standards and driving continuous improvement across Assembly, Integration & Test (AIT) operations.

Key Responsibilities

  * Define and deliver Quality Assurance (QA) activities to ensure compliance with processes and product requirements

  * Lead quality improvement and prevention initiatives within AIT operations

  * Develop and maintain Quality Surveillance Plans (QSP)

  * Create inspection instructions and plans, including Key Inspection Plans (KIP)

  * Chair quality and project gate reviews and ensure actions are closed

  * Manage non-conformances (NCRs) through to robust resolution

  * Apply structured problem-solving techniques (e.g. PPS) to identify root causes

  * Chair Internal Review Boards (IRB) and coordinate cross-functional teams

  * Review AIT work instructions for technical and quality compliance

  * Support SQCDP performance activities and continuous improvement initiatives

  * Produce quality reports and monthly KPI metrics

  * Act as QA focal point for critical production movements

Skills & Experience Required

  * HND or equivalent in engineering or a related discipline

  * Strong background in Quality Assurance within a regulated industry

  * Experience working in AIT or manufacturing environments

  * Proven experience managing non-conformance and corrective actions

  * Knowledge of inspection planning and quality documentation

  * Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Desirable

  * Degree in a relevant discipline

  * Experience with structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g. PPS, 8D)

  * Experience leading reviews and engaging with cross-functional stakeholders

If you're an experienced QA professional looking for your next contract opportunity, we’d be keen to hear from you

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