Holt Recruitment

Product Quality Engineer (Contract)

We are seeking an experienced Product Quality Engineer to play a key role in ensuring the quality, compliance, and reliability of end-to-end satellite communication systems.

This role covers product assurance across design, manufacturing, integration, testing, and launch phases, working closely with internal teams, suppliers, and customers.

Based in London with a very attractive hybrid working arrangement, this will be a 12-month contract (extension likely).

The rate is negotiable dependant on experience (inside IR35).

What you’ll do:

- Lead programme-level product assurance activities across hardware, software, and systems.
- Develop and implement assurance plans in line with AS9100, ISO 9001, and ECSS standards.
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and partners to ensure compliance and delivery.
- Oversee supplier quality, materials, processes, inspections, and audits.
- Drive risk management, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.

What you’ll need:

- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (electronics, aerospace, mechanical/materials, or similar).
- 5+ years’ experience in product assurance on space projects (ESA, UKSA or similar).
- Strong knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, and ECSS standards.
- Experience working with and managing suppliers and vendors.
- UK or EU (27) Citizenship required.

What will help you succeed:

- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to balance independent work with team collaboration in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Willingness to travel (10–15%).

If you’re ready to apply your product assurance expertise to cutting-edge space programmes, we’d love to hear from you.

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  • Start: 04/09/2025
  • Duration: 12 Months
  • Rate: Competitive
  • Location: London,England
  • Type: Contract
  • Industry: Engineering
  • Recruiter: Holt Recruitment
  • Contact: Tom Todd
  • Tel: 03333 448009
  • Email: to view click here
  • Reference: V-51102
  • Posted: 2025-09-04 14:41:06 -

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