Our MissionAt Vertical Aerospace, we are pioneering the way for electric aviation. The VX4, our eVTOL (electric, vertical, take-off and landing), ‘zero emissions’ aircraft will set a new safety standard for how we will navigate the sky.We won’t realise our mission following the same legacy processes and traditions our predecessors followed, instead, we want to ‘redefine’ aerospace best practices.We are growing quickly from a prototype business to a scaling SME, and the next few years will be critical to our success and delivering on our ambitious goals of having the VX4 in service by 2030.What to expectIn this role, you’ll support a broad range of supplier quality activities across systems such as airframe, powertrain, battery, mechanical assemblies, avionics, and beyond. You will work cross-functionally with Procurement, Engineering, Programme, and Manufacturing teams to drive supplier readiness, qualification, and performance — all within a fast-paced, certification-driven environment.This is a hands-on role for someone who is comfortable wearing multiple hats and thrives in a start-up setting where adaptability, problem-solving, and collaboration are key.What you'll do<ul style=""><li>Lead and support supplier quality assurance activities with a primary focus on Airframe components and structures, while also providing cross-functional support to other commodity areas (e.g. EPU, BMS, avionics, mechanical parts)</li><li>Knowledge of composite manufacturing processes as well as NADCAP-controlled metallic special processes (heat treatment, welding, coating) is advantageous</li><li>Familiarity with surface treatments and finishing processes (e.g. anodizing, plating, painting) is a plus</li><li>Experience in NDI/NDT and incoming quality inspection is also considered a strong advantage</li><li>Onboard suppliers to ensure they can deliver quality products, and they have the capability to fulfil their scope of approval.</li><li>Conduct supplier audits and quality assessments in accordance with AS9100, EASA Part 21J/G, and customer-specific requirements</li><li>Manage the implementation of APQP, PPAP, FAI, NCR, 8D, and concession processes</li><li>Manage supplier performance, focusing on nonconformances and RCA</li><li>Support suppliers on inspections, reviewing FAIR and make sure the PFMEA is correctly applied</li><li>Verify the supplier measurement system and review metrology reports</li><li>Manage goods receiving controls and supplier quality records</li><li>Use KPI-driven data for supplier scorecards and process improvements</li><li>Communicate regularly with strategic suppliers to maintain relationships and review trends</li><li>Promote continual improvement and cost-effectiveness through supplier initiatives</li><li>Contribute to the development and implementation of internal quality systems and process improvements</li><li>Support cross-functional reviews including Design Reviews, MFTs, and Programme Milestone Gates</li><li>Serve as the quality voice in supplier development and early-stage production readiness reviews</li></ul>What you'll bring<ul style=""><li>Degree qualified preferred, experience may be taken in consideration</li><li>Experience with airframes and composite materials.</li><li>Experience with APQP, PPAP, FMEA in a regulated environment (e.g. aerospace, defence, automotive)</li><li>Lead auditor accreditation for ISO9001 as minimum, AS9100/AS13100 is highly preferred.</li><li>Experience in quality management systems (ISO 9001, AS9100, IATF 16949) and familiarity with EASA regulations (Part 21J/G and/or Part 145)</li><li>Strong analytical skills and use of six sigma and quality tools such as PFMEA, 8D, 5Whys, process mapping</li><li>Proven experience auditing to ISO 9001:2015, AS9100, IATF 16949, or CAA Part 21 requirements</li><li>Competent in reading Engineering drawings or CAD models and experience on using CATIA</li><li>Experience with ERP systems (Infor experience is a strong plus)</li><li>Proficiency in MS Office applications</li><li>A digitalisation and automation mindset, with strong proficiency in leveraging AI tools, is highly preferred.</li><li>Experience in a start-up or high-growth environment is a plus.</li><li>Effective communication and data presentation skills</li><li>Self-motivated with a positive attitude</li></ul>What can you expect from us?We're on a mission. Where others see limits, we see opportunity, and we work at pace. Working at Vertical isn't your average role but for those seeking a challenge, a flexible, supportive organisation and an incredible team; working here is an opportunity to do the best work of your career.Our approach promotes ingenuity and courage, while our environment builds success through diligence in safety and being open in the way we work. The only way we're going to assure the next chapter of aviation history is by working as a team, relentlessly, towards our goal. Our benefitsOur people matter - we're not going anywhere without them. Which is why our company benefits go beyond the essentials.<ul style=""><li>26 days holiday, plus bank holiday</li><li>5 extra days per year to buy (or sell)</li><li>5 extra days holiday when you get married or enter a civil partnership</li><li>Additional 4% of your salary to spend on extra benefits</li><li>Award-winning digital health and wellbeing service (Help@Hand)</li><li>Company performance based bonus - rewarding company and individual performance</li><li>Company Share Scheme - open to every Vertical employee</li><li>Company Pension Scheme - 5% and we match it</li><li>Breakfast on us, every day</li></ul><div><div style="width:100%;height:0;padding-bottom:56.25%;"></div></div>We may just be the hardest job you've ever had, but we're confident it will be the most rewarding. Join the team today and help us shape the future of Advanced Air Mobility.Disclaimer StatementWe encourage you to apply even if you may not have all the experience listed in the advert. We recognise that talent comes in various forms and we are committed to providing opportunities that create an environment of growth, diversity, and inclusion for everyone. As part of our desire to review and make our processes fair, we may ask you questions related to these aspects during the application process. For more information on how we will use your data, see our Legal section.

Vertical Aerospace builds technology to revolutionize how people fly, by making air travel personal, on-demand, and carbon-free. Since its inception in 2016, Vertical Aerospace has grown to over 70 world-class engineers and technical experts, recruited from the likes of Airbus, Boeing, Rolls-Royce, and Jaguar Land Rover. In 2019 they launched its second aircraft, the Seraph, making the first company in the world to release flight footage of an aircraft capable of carrying 250kg.


Senior Supplier Quality Engineer - Airframe

Our MissionAt Vertical Aerospace, we are pioneering the way for electric aviation. The VX4, our eVTOL (electric, vertical, take-off and landing), ‘zero emissions’ aircraft will set a new safety standard for how we will navigate the sky.We won’t realise our mission following the same legacy processes and traditions our predecessors followed, instead, we want to ‘redefine’ aerospace best practices.We are growing quickly from a prototype business to a scaling SME, and the next few years will be critical to our success and delivering on our ambitious goals of having the VX4 in service by 2030.What to expectIn this role, you’ll support a broad range of supplier quality activities across systems such as airframe, powertrain, battery, mechanical assemblies, avionics, and beyond. You will work cross-functionally with Procurement, Engineering, Programme, and Manufacturing teams to drive supplier readiness, qualification, and performance — all within a fast-paced, certification-driven environment.This is a hands-on role for someone who is comfortable wearing multiple hats and thrives in a start-up setting where adaptability, problem-solving, and collaboration are key.What you'll do<ul><li>Lead and support supplier quality assurance activities with a primary focus on Airframe components and structures, while also providing cross-functional support to other commodity areas (e.g. EPU, BMS, avionics, mechanical parts)</li><li>Knowledge of composite manufacturing processes as well as NADCAP-controlled metallic special processes (heat treatment, welding, coating) is advantageous</li><li>Familiarity with surface treatments and finishing processes (e.g. anodizing, plating, painting) is a plus</li><li>Experience in NDI/NDT and incoming quality inspection is also considered a strong advantage</li><li>Onboard suppliers to ensure they can deliver quality products, and they have the capability to fulfil their scope of approval.</li><li>Conduct supplier audits and quality assessments in accordance with AS9100, EASA Part 21J/G, and customer-specific requirements</li><li>Manage the implementation of APQP, PPAP, FAI, NCR, 8D, and concession processes</li><li>Manage supplier performance, focusing on nonconformances and RCA</li><li>Support suppliers on inspections, reviewing FAIR and make sure the PFMEA is correctly applied</li><li>Verify the supplier measurement system and review metrology reports</li><li>Manage goods receiving controls and supplier quality records</li><li>Use KPI-driven data for supplier scorecards and process improvements</li><li>Communicate regularly with strategic suppliers to maintain relationships and review trends</li><li>Promote continual improvement and cost-effectiveness through supplier initiatives</li><li>Contribute to the development and implementation of internal quality systems and process improvements</li><li>Support cross-functional reviews including Design Reviews, MFTs, and Programme Milestone Gates</li><li>Serve as the quality voice in supplier development and early-stage production readiness reviews</li></ul>What you'll bring<ul><li>Degree qualified preferred, experience may be taken in consideration</li><li>Experience with airframes and composite materials.</li><li>Experience with APQP, PPAP, FMEA in a regulated environment (e.g. aerospace, defence, automotive)</li><li>Lead auditor accreditation for ISO9001 as minimum, AS9100/AS13100 is highly preferred.</li><li>Experience in quality management systems (ISO 9001, AS9100, IATF 16949) and familiarity with EASA regulations (Part 21J/G and/or Part 145)</li><li>Strong analytical skills and use of six sigma and quality tools such as PFMEA, 8D, 5Whys, process mapping</li><li>Proven experience auditing to ISO 9001:2015, AS9100, IATF 16949, or CAA Part 21 requirements</li><li>Competent in reading Engineering drawings or CAD models and experience on using CATIA</li><li>Experience with ERP systems (Infor experience is a strong plus)</li><li>Proficiency in MS Office applications</li><li>A digitalisation and automation mindset, with strong proficiency in leveraging AI tools, is highly preferred.</li><li>Experience in a start-up or high-growth environment is a plus.</li><li>Effective communication and data presentation skills</li><li>Self-motivated with a positive attitude</li></ul>What can you expect from us?We're on a mission. Where others see limits, we see opportunity, and we work at pace. Working at Vertical isn't your average role but for those seeking a challenge, a flexible, supportive organisation and an incredible team; working here is an opportunity to do the best work of your career.Our approach promotes ingenuity and courage, while our environment builds success through diligence in safety and being open in the way we work. The only way we're going to assure the next chapter of aviation history is by working as a team, relentlessly, towards our goal.&nbsp;Our benefitsOur people matter - we're not going anywhere without them. Which is why our company benefits go beyond the essentials.<ul><li>26 days holiday, plus bank holiday</li><li>5 extra days per year to buy (or sell)</li><li>5 extra days holiday when you get married or enter a civil partnership</li><li>Additional 4% of your salary to spend on extra benefits</li><li>Award-winning digital health and wellbeing service (Help@Hand)</li><li>Company performance based bonus - rewarding company and individual performance</li><li>Company Share Scheme - open to every Vertical employee</li><li>Company Pension Scheme - 5% and we match it</li><li>Breakfast on us, every day</li></ul><div><div></div></div>We may just be the hardest job you've ever had, but we're confident it will be the most rewarding. Join the team today and help us shape the future of Advanced Air Mobility.Disclaimer StatementWe encourage you to apply even if you may not have all the experience listed in the advert. We recognise that talent comes in various forms and we are committed to providing opportunities that create an environment of growth, diversity, and inclusion for everyone. As part of our desire to review and make our processes fair, we may ask you questions related to these aspects during the application process. For more information on how we will use your data, see our Legal section.

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