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) ...