Quality lead

Job Description

Role: Quality LeadLocation: CheltenhamSalary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annumAbout the Opportunity Are you looking to work on technology that helps push the boundaries of aerospace and space exploration? I’m currently partnering with an innovative engineering business operating within the Aerospace and Space sector, supporting some of the industry's most technically challenging and exciting programmes. The organisation develops and manufactures advanced systems and components that contribute to mission-critical applications, where quality, reliability, and precision are paramount. As the business continues to grow, they are looking to appoint a Quality Lead to take ownership of the Quality function at their Cheltenham site. This is a highly visible role with genuine influence, offering the opportunity to shape quality strategy, drive continuous improvement, and play a key part in supporting the next generation of cutting-edge aerospace and space technologies.The Role As a Quality Lead you will become the focal point for all Quality activities onsite, working closely with engineering, operations, programmes, and leadership teams to ensure the highest standards are maintained across the business. You will be responsible for developing the Quality function, implementing improvements, mentoring team members, and ensuring robust quality processes support both existing and future programmes.Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the onsite Quality function
• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the Quality team
• Drive audits, compliance activities, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Implement and improve quality processes, procedures, and best practices
• Manage documentation control and Preventive Action (PA) activities
• Support operational quality and inbound inspection activities
• Work collaboratively with Programmes, Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams
• Establish standards, accountability, and performance metrics within the department
• Support supplier quality activities and conduct supplier visits when required
• Report directly to the Site Manager and contribute to wider business improvement projects
• Play a key role in maintaining and enhancing quality standards across highly regulated programmes

About You We're looking for someone who combines technical quality expertise with strong leadership capability and a passion for continuous improvement.Essential Experience

• 5+ years' experience within Quality Engineering or Quality Assurance
• Strong audit, compliance, and quality systems experience
• Experience implementing and improving quality processes
• Background within engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, defence, or other highly regulated industries
• Ability to operate autonomously and take ownership of challenges
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience mentoring, coaching, or supporting other team members
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills

Desirable Experience

• Aerospace industry experience
• Space industry experience
• AS9100 quality management systems knowledge
• Supplier quality experience
• Continuous Improvement methodologies