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About The Company
Leonardo is a renowned global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security, committed to pioneering innovative solutions that enhance safety and security worldwide. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo employs over 53,000 talented professionals across its international operations, including a significant presence in the United Kingdom with approximately 8,500 employees across nine strategic sites. The company’s core mission revolves around delivering cutting-edge technology and comprehensive services that meet the evolving needs of governments, military, and commercial clients. With a strong emphasis on research and development, Leonardo continuously pushes the boundaries of innovation to create advanced aerospace and defence systems. The organization fosters a culture of collaboration, integrity, and excellence, ensuring its workforce is empowered to contribute meaningfully to impactful projects that shape the future of security and technological advancement.
About The Role
Leonardo is seeking a dedicated and experienced Quality Engineer to join its Airborne Radar Sector in Edinburgh. This role offers a unique opportunity to work within a high-precision environment, supporting the entire product lifecycle from initial concept through to production and delivery. As a key member of the team, you will be instrumental in ensuring that all products and processes meet stringent quality standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Programmes, and Project Management, to drive continuous improvement initiatives and uphold the company’s commitment to excellence. This position is ideal for professionals passionate about quality assurance, process optimization, and aerospace engineering, looking to make a tangible impact on critical defence systems.
Qualifications
We are looking for candidates with a solid background in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Defence Electronics, or other technically demanding fields. Candidates should have a good understanding of Quality Management Systems such as AS9100 and ISO9001, along with familiarity with quality tools and techniques including Root Cause Corrective Action, Process Mapping, and First Article Inspection (FAI). For senior roles, experience in high-precision or complex manufacturing environments, particularly within aerospace or defence sectors, is highly desirable. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential to foster collaboration and drive improvement initiatives. A proactive attitude towards continuous learning, process waste reduction, and quality enhancement is vital. Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and Value Stream Mapping (VSM) will be considered advantageous. Candidates must demonstrate a good attitude, willingness to learn, and a commitment to team success.
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Responsibilities
- Partner with Operations, Programmes, and Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) to ensure timely, compliant, and within-budget delivery of products.
- Lead root cause analysis and promote a culture of proactive problem-solving to reduce non-conformance costs and improve product quality.
- Provide expert guidance on quality standards and practices to support teams in achieving business and programme objectives.
- Lead and support quality improvement initiatives, including monitoring KPI performance related to quality notifications, Material Review Boards, and Failure Review Boards.
- Coordinate, support, and report on 8D investigations to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
- Support planning, execution, and verification of quality activities across all project phases, ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory standards.
- Oversee the processing of concessions, non-conformances, and production permits to ensure timely resolution and compliance.
- Assist in achieving key assurance milestones, maintaining adherence to industry standards and customer requirements.
- Prepare detailed quality reports and conduct data analysis to identify trends and develop actionable improvement plans.
- Conduct internal audits to assess process adherence and identify areas for improvement.
- Implement process and product enhancements through deployment of Six Sigma projects and Value Stream Mapping activities.
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Benefits
Leonardo offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees’ wellbeing, professional growth, and work-life balance. Employees enjoy flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working options, and the opportunity to accrue up to 12 flexi-days annually. The company provides a generous pension scheme with up to 15% employer contributions, ensuring a secure financial future. Wellbeing is a priority, with free access to mental health support, financial advice, and various employee-led networks promoting inclusion and diversity, such as Enable, Pride, and Ethnicity groups. Employees at all levels are eligible for performance-related bonuses, recognizing their contributions. Leonardo also invests in continuous learning, offering free access to over 4,000 online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Additional perks include a flexible benefits allowance of up to £500 annually, covering private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech and lifestyle discounts, gym memberships, and more. The company encourages personal development and career progression, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
Equal Opportunity
Leonardo is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees are valued and respected. The company actively promotes equal employment opportunities regardless of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or background. Leonardo ensures that its recruitment and employment practices are fair and accessible, supporting candidates with any accessibility requirements during the application process. The organization believes that a diverse workforce drives innovation, enhances problem-solving, and reflects the global communities it serves. All employees are encouraged to contribute their unique perspectives and talents to help achieve the company’s mission of delivering innovative and impactful solutions for a safer world.
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