Quality Engineer – Aerospace Manufacturing

About the role

The Quality Engineer will lead the day‑to‑day quality function within a regulated aerospace manufacturing environment in Shannon. You will ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001 and support EASA Part 21G Production Organisation Approval activities while working closely with engineering, production and suppliers.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) in line with AS9100 and ISO 9001.
• Support EASA Part 21G certification, audit preparation and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee quality assurance across manufacturing, assembly and inspection operations.
• Conduct internal audits and coordinate external customer, regulatory and certification audits.
• Lead non‑conformance investigations, perform root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Monitor supplier quality performance, support supplier approvals and audits.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to embed quality requirements into design and processes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and report quality metrics to management.
• Maintain calibration systems, records and ensure test equipment compliance.

Required profile

• Experience in aerospace manufacturing quality environments.
• Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001 and EASA Part 21G requirements.
• Proven ability to conduct audits, manage non‑conformances and lead CAPA processes.
• Strong analytical skills for root cause analysis and continuous improvement.
• Effective communication and collaboration with cross‑functional teams.

Required skills

• AS9100 quality standard
• ISO 9001 quality standard
• EASA Part 21G certification processes
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) implementation
• Calibration and equipment control