Quality Engineer (Project/Quality Engineering) - Defence/Aerospace Sector Luton based (3-4 days per week) Up to £40 p/h SC clearance essential We are supporting a leading UK defence and aerospace organisation in securing an enthusiastic Quality Engineer to support a portfolio of high-profile in-service programmes, including fast jet and complex airborne platforms. This opportunity sits within a Customer Support/Service Solutions division and will be working closely with the operations and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure quality excellence across in service and returned material activities. As Quality Engineer, you will: Act as the Quality focal point for in-service and returns material activities Lead and support investigations into non-conformances, including root cause analysis and corrective actions Review and approve quality documentation relating to concessions, repairs, and returns Ensure effective traceability and configuration control of returned/unserviceable items Interface with Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, and external suppliers Ensure compliance with AS9100, internal Quality Management Systems, and customer contractual requirements Contribute to continuous improvement across in-service quality processes Deliver compliant products on time, meeting cost and safety targets Provide quality reports and supporting data to programme and functional teams About You Background in Engineering, Quality or Manufacturing within Defence or Aerospace (Essenti