Senior Quality Engineer

About SAESL

A joint venture company between Rolls-Royce Plc and SIA Engineering Company. The company first started operations in 2001 and has since become a market leader for both engine overhaul and component repair services.

As a result of sustained business growth, SAESL has continued to expand its facilities and develop new capabilities for both its engine overhaul and component repair businesses. The Engine Overhaul business has the capability to service all products in the Trent engine family, this includes Trent 500, Trent 700, Trent 800, Trent 900, Trent 1000 and Trent XWB; SAESL is the only Trent engine MRO that can support all product variants. The Engine Overhaul business has the capacity to repair and overhaul over 300 Trent engines per year and it is equipped with a state-of-the-art Engine Test Facility that supports our best-in-class engine turnaround times.

Why Join SAESL

• Staff Benefits (Comprehensive Medical Coverage, Flexible Benefits, Company Transport)
• Training/Career Progression Opportunities
• Job Security
  
  

Job Summary

The Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, customer expectations, and internal quality standards within the assigned operational area. The role drives operational excellence through defect prevention, quality assurance, root cause analysis, risk management, and continuous improvement initiatives. Working closely with Operations, Engineering, Planning, suppliers, customers, and the Quality team, the Quality Engineer promotes a proactive quality culture focused on achieving First-Time-Right performance and supporting a Zero Defects strategy.

Job Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure compliance with CAAS, EASA Part 145, AS9110, and other applicable aviation regulations and quality standards.
• Provide quality oversight of production and maintenance activities, ensuring adherence to approved data, work instructions, and process controls.
• Support certification, documentation, and traceability requirements to maintain regulatory compliance.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and quality reviews as required.
  
  

Defect Prevention & Root Cause Analysis

• Lead investigations into non-conformances, quality escapes, and customer complaints using structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Facilitate Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) activities to ensure effective and sustainable corrective actions.
• Analyse quality data and trends to identify recurring issues and implement preventive measures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive defect reduction and process improvement initiatives.
  
  

Process & Risk Management

• Apply risk-based thinking to quality assurance activities in support of the organization's Zero Defects objectives.
• Conduct PFMEA and risk assessments for new processes, process changes, and improvement projects.
• Monitor and report quality performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Support implementation of error-proofing (Poka-Yoke) solutions and process controls to minimize quality risks.
  
  

Continuous Improvement & Quality Culture

• Promote a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement across operational teams.
• Support Quality Escapes Prevention programmes and ensure lessons learned are effectively communicated and implemented.
• Conduct training and coaching on quality standards, defect prevention techniques, and best practices.
• Participate in Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement projects to enhance process efficiency and product quality.
• Advocate Human Factors and Just Culture principles in quality investigations and improvement activities.
  
  

Customer & Supplier Quality Management

• Serve as the key quality representative for the operational area, engaging with customers, regulators, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Participate in customer quality reviews, performance meetings, and regulatory engagements.
• Support supplier quality investigations and resolution of issues related to non-conforming materials, components, or outsourced services.
• Ensure customer quality expectations are understood and effectively translated into operational processes.
  
  

Qualification / Experience

• Degree in Engineering, Aerospace, Quality, or related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a Quality Engineering role within an aerospace MRO environment.
• Knowledge of CAAS, EASA Part 145 and AS9110 requirements.
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis (RCA), 8D, and Corrective Action methodologies.
• Proficiency in quality tools such as 8D, PFMEA, SPC, MSA, and Control Plans.
• Hands-on experience in leading investigations, CAPA implementation, and defect prevention.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification would be an advantage.
• Experience in Human Factors and Just Culture frameworks in aviation maintenance.