Quality Engineer - APQP

Company : Confidential

Job Type : Contract

Barrow-In-Furness, Cumbria

Number of Applicants

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Job Description - Quality Engineer - APQP

Role: Quality Engineer - APQP
Client: BAE Systems
Location: Barrow-in-Furness (with bi-weekly supplier site visits)
Hourly Rate: £47.11/hour Umbrella - Inside IR35
Contract Length: 12 months (likely extension)
Working Hours: 37 hours/week, full-time onsite
Security Clearance: BPSS + SC

Overview
BAE Systems Submarines seeks a skilled Quality Engineer -APQP to support the Submarine Nuclear New Assembly (SNNA) Programme, focusing on the rollout of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) processes within the supply chain.
This is a delivery-focused, supplier-facing quality assurance role – not inspection-based – aimed at building strong relationships with suppliers and cross-functional teams to support mechanical product development.

Key Responsibilities

Roll out and embed APQP, PPAP, FAIR and associated tools within the supply chain
Train and coach suppliers and internal stakeholders on APQP methodologies
Collaborate closely with buyers and the supply chain team on supplier development
Conduct Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA) and manage First Article Inspections
Use data analysis tools such as Minitab and Excel to drive improvements
Lead supplier audits, resolve non-conformances, and support quality investigations
Present findings and reports to stakeholders across the business

Essential Skills & Experience (not all are essential)

Strong expertise in APQP and supplier quality assurance
Experience working with mechanical products in a manufacturing or engineering setting
Familiarity with First Article, FMVAs, MSA, and aerospace quality standards
Proficiency with Minitab, Excel, and data interpretation tools
Excellent stakeholder management and presentation skills
Understanding of ISO 9001 / AS9145 / EN9100 frameworks
Ability to interpret technical specifications and quality standards

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