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Quality Engineer
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9 September 2026 (1 hour ago)
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7 December 2026
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1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Air Q Limited is looking for an analytical and detail-oriented Quality Engineer with a strong quality engineering background in manufacturing preferably UAV or aviation to support product quality compliance quality systems and continuous improvement across UAV production.
The role will be responsible for developing and maintaining quality systems driving root cause analysis and corrective actions and ensuring compliance with AS9100 and customer requirements across UAV production.
Key Responsibilities
1. Quality Systems & Process Development
- Develop implement and maintain quality plans inspection criteria and control plans for UAV components and assemblies.
- Design and update work instructions checklists and acceptance criteria in line with engineering and customer requirements.
- Establish and maintain calibration programs and measurement system analysis (MSA/Gauge R&R) for inspection equipment.
2. Non-Conformance & Build Verification
- Lead root cause analysis (8D 5-Why Fishbone) for recurring or critical non-conformances.
- Own the CAPA process; ensure timely investigation corrective action and closure of NCRs.
- Analyze defect and quality trend data to identify systemic issues and drive preventive action.
- Support MRB disposition decisions for non-conforming material.
- Train and mentor inspectors/technicians on quality standards and procedures.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce scrap rework and cycle time.
- Report quality metrics and KPIs to management to support data-driven decisions.
3. Compliance Audits & Documentation
- Maintain compliance with AS9100 and applicable customer/regulatory requirements.
- Lead or support internal quality audits and prepare for external and customer/certification audits.
- Maintain QMS documentation ensuring revisions are controlled and current.
- Support First Article Inspection (FAI) per AS9102 and release documentation.
- Support NPI and design reviews to ensure manufacturability and inspectability of new designs.
4. Supplier Quality & Continuous Improvement
- Support supplier quality management including incoming inspection criteria supplier audits and corrective action requests (SCARs).
Department Accountabilities
The Quality Engineer will be accountable for:
- Overall product quality and compliance performance.
- Effectiveness of the Quality Management System (QMS).
- Supplier and process quality performance.
- Audit and certification readiness.
External Stakeholders
- Customer Quality Representatives
- Certification / Regulatory Auditors
Qualifications & Experience
Required:
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Aerospace or Quality Engineering (or related field).
- 3 years in quality engineering within a manufacturing environment preferably UAV or aviation.
Technical / Functional Competencies
- Strong knowledge of quality engineering tools and methodologies including FMEA SPC MSA 8D and root cause analysis.
- Experience developing inspection plans control plans and quality documentation.
- Working knowledge of AS9100 and aerospace quality requirements.
- Six Sigma (Green Belt/Black Belt) certification preferred.
- Familiarity with ERP/QMS systems (Odoo preferred).
- Ability to read engineering drawings GD&T and specifications.
- Strong analytical and cross-functional communication skills.
Behavioral Competencies
- Quality-focused mindset with zero-defect orientation.
- High attention to detail and precision.
- Strong documentation and reporting discipline.
- Effective communication with production and engineering teams.
- Integrity and objectivity in inspection decisions.
- Ability to work in parallel on multiple projects.
Performance & KPIs
The role will be measured against key quality performance indicators including:
- NCR/CAPA closure rate within target timeframe.
- Defect/rework rate reduction.
- Audit findings closure rate.
- On-time completion of quality plans/FAI.
Working Conditions & Location
Location: Air Q Limited Masdar City Abu Dhabi UAE
The employee may be assigned to work at any other company-designated site office airport or operational location based on business needs.
Working hours follow company policy and may vary during operational requirements.
Compliance with Company Policies
- The employee must comply with all AirQ policies procedures and operational standards.
- Requirements not explicitly stated within this JD are defined in company policies and are considered part of this role.
- Non-compliance with policies may result in disciplinary action.
Why Join AirQ
Join Air Q Limited and contribute to the development and production of advanced UAV systems working closely with engineering production suppliers customers and certification stakeholders to build reliable compliant and high-quality aerospace products.
