Quality Engineer (Fixed Term Contract)

Job Description

Are you a quality professional with experience in high-reliability manufacturing environments? Ready to contribute to mission-critical programmes delivered across the UK and globally?

We’re supporting a leading defence and aerospace organisation in their search for a contract Quality Engineer to join their team in Fife. You’ll be part of a collaborative and driven group, ensuring quality standards are met across complex, high-profile programmes.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting first article inspections, maintaining compliance records, and playing a key role in continuous improvement initiatives.

Please note that this role is a 6-month fixed-term contract.

What you’ll be doing:

• Performing First Article Inspections (FAIRs), ideally to AS9102 standards.
• Supporting quality investigations and root cause analysis to maintain product integrity.
• Managing and maintaining quality records using digital systems.
• Supporting audits, including internal process reviews and external accreditation checks.
• Working closely with programme and functional teams to uphold contractual and regulatory quality standards.
• Driving the timely resolution of non-conformances and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

What you’ll bring:

• Experience with FAIRs and a solid understanding of AS9102 documentation.
• Background in quality engineering within an electronics or mechanical assembly environment.
• Working knowledge of AS9100 and ISO9001 standards.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Confident communicator who can build strong working relationships across teams.
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the confidence to challenge when needed.

It would be great if you also have:

• Interest or background in the aerospace or defence sectors.
• Experience navigating quality challenges in fast-paced programme environments.
• A degree in a relevant field or equivalent hands-on experience.

What’s on offer:

• 4-day working week (37 hours) based on-site in Glenrothes.
• Flexible, supportive team culture with a focus on collaboration and shared success.
• The chance to contribute to high-impact programmes that support global security and innovation.

This is a contract role suited to someone who thrives in a regulated, detail-driven environment and takes pride in upholding the highest standards of quality.