Quality Control Assessor

Job Title

Quality Assurance Assessor

Ballynahinch - Crossgar Thales Site, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Thales provides a range of defense and armed forces solutions, delivering operational advantage at every decisive moment. We supply technologies across aerospace, defense, security and space.

As a Quality Assurance Assessor, you will oversee detailed automated and manual inspection of complex mechanical components, sub-assemblies, and finished products to ensure conformity with manufacturing documentation and industry standards. You will be responsible for maintaining calibration and certification processes, conducting audits, and leading quality investigations within a regulated aerospace or defense manufacturing environment.

• Perform detailed manual inspections of complex mechanical parts and assemblies using calibrated measuring equipment.
• Execute product walk-throughs and approve relevant work instructions.
• Manage calibration status of measuring equipment using internal controls and external calibration services.
• Maintain Certificates of Conformity and other quality documentation for delivered and manufactured items.
• Collaborate with internal teams and subcontractors to maintain understanding and compliance with quality requirements.
• Conduct internal audits aligned with AS9100 and drive continuous improvement in quality practices.
• Perform manufacturing process verification audits to ensure design and standards compliance.
• Lead root cause analyses and quality investigations using quality tools (8D, 3C, etc.).
• Support additional manufacturing quality-related tasks, including multitasking across onsite areas as needed.
• Coordinate and assess operator tasks for the Approved Operator Submission Process.

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Aerospace, Space, or Defence quality roles.
• Level 4 education or equivalent relevant industry experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of First Article Inspection (FAI) processes according to AS9102.
• ISO
  9001 / AS9100 auditing qualifications are advantageous.

• In-depth knowledge and practical application of quality control techniques in highly regulated industries.
• Exceptional attention to detail, initiative, and adaptability to evolving requirements.
• Experience with manufacturing environments, equipment operation, and safety protocols.
• Strong commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction.
• Effective leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Expertise in industrial manufacturing techniques and problem‑solving solutions.
• Resilience under pressure, managing competing deadlines efficiently.

• Agile and innovative mindset to drive continuous improvement.
• Ability to simplify complex problems and shape practical solutions.
• Ambitious, accountable, and results‑driven approach.
• Collaborative working style fostering cooperation and team engagement.
• Influence and motivate key internal and external stakeholders effectively.
• Proactively engage and develop team capabilities.
• Strong self‑management and personal accountability.

Note:

Current working hours are due to change and successful applicants must be open to future shift patterns. Overtime will also be required.

Security clearance (SC) is required for this role. Candidates should already hold SC or be able to obtain it prior to commencement. Further details on security requirements are available on the UKSV website.

Thales UK is committed to an inclusive and barrier‑free recruitment process and will provide reasonable adjustments to support neuro‑diverse applicants or those with a disability.