MRO Quality Engineer

Date Posted:

2026-06-01

Country:

United Kingdom

Location:

Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire

Position Role Type:

Onsite

Job Opportunity: MRO Quality Engineer
Location: Leighton Buzzard
Company: Collins Aerospace
Shift: Day Shift

Are You Ready to Shape the Future of Aircraft Interior Components?

At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don’t just get people from point A to point B. We’re committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we’re helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we’re changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team? 

We are looking for an MRO Quality Engineer to join our team in Leighton Buzzard to support the implementation of repair changes into quality-driven solutions.

What you will do:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement quality systems that complies with customer, regulatory, and internal requirements.
• Conduct investigations into quality concerns, contributing to root cause analysis and robust corrective actions.
• Identify and manage risk in repair processes.
• Support Technical Knowledge and approved maintenance data knowledge.
• Ensure adherence to contractual quality requirements and provide input into quality assurance plans and documentation.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Familiarity with quality standards such as AS9100, ISO9001, and industry regulations such as UK CAA Part 145, CAA-FAA MAG, EASA part 145, China CAAC.
• CAA 145 Experience is essential
• Experience using structured problem-solving tools (e.g., 8D, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis).
• Knowledge of maintenance processes in regulated industries (e.g. aerospace, automotive, defence) is also essential.
• Aerospace manufacturing industry experience is essential.
   
• A commitment to high standards and a continuous improvement mindset.
   

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Aerospace maintenance experience is highly desirable.
• Ability to apply strong collaboration and communication skills when engaging with engineering, maintenance, operations, and customer teams to assure mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Experience in managing competing priorities while maintaining a professional and constructive approach.
• Has worked with global quality standards, challenged the status quo, and actively contributed to a culture of improvement.
• Happy to develop and share knowledge of relevant industry regulations and quality systems.

Why Join Us?

At Collins Aerospace, we believe in empowering our people to make a real difference. You’ll be part of a supportive, innovative team where your contributions are valued, and your career growth is encouraged. With excellent benefits, a flexible working environment, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge aircraft interior components, this is the perfect chance to take your machining career to the next level.

What We Offer:

• 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Fantastic Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal support
• Cycle to Work Scheme and other employee discounts

Apply Today!
We’re looking forward to hearing from you.

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