Job Description
Lead Quality Systems Engineer will be an integral part of the Quality Systems and Compliance team at GE Aerospace Dowty Propellers Headquarters in Brockworth, Gloucester. The successful candidate will work cross‑functionally on a wide range of business improvement projects such as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) migration and Manufacturing Execution System (MES) adoption. Primary responsibilities include business process development and deployment supported by ERP and other peripheral systems. You will also play a key role in maintaining existing systems and supporting users in the capacity of subject‑matter expert on an ongoing basis.
Responsibilities
* Establish quality processes supported by the business ERP and its peripheral systems to ensure alignment with digital manufacturing execution systems (MES).
* Review current quality gateway processes against the new ERP system capability and optimise them with a lean mindset.
* Support and represent Quality in the design and development of future‑state processes and their implementation.
* Participate in Conference Room Pilot (CRP) sessions to ensure quality and product safety requirements are understood and functionality signed off as fit for purpose.
* Write quality procedures in support of new ERP and MES functionality and align with industry standards (AS/EN9100) and regulatory requirements (Part21 & Part145).
* Audit IT infrastructure against regulatory requirements (EASA Part‑IS).
* Ensure sustainment of new systems and processes by acting as a superuser and managing all stakeholders.
* Act as guardian for company’s other pillar applications supporting quality processes and ensure maintenance of these applications.
* Develop a roadmap of quality systems integrated with the business strategy in the light of corporate guidance.
Required Knowledge and Skills
* Demonstrable experience in change management of business processes.
* Quality all‑rounder with knowledge of AS9100 and regulatory Part21 and Part145.
* Experience hosting audit with external bodies.
* Good understanding of quality gated processes and their control points.
* Good understanding of manufacturing processes in an engineering business.
* Good written and oral communication skills.
* Ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels of the business.
Flexible Working
GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements wherever possible and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work‑life balance.
Total Reward
At GE Aviation we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as the opportunity to make savings where possible.
* Non‑contributory Pension
* Life Assurance
* Group income protection
* Private medical cover
* Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell
Security Clearance
Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Further details regarding BPSS clearance requirements can be found here: BPSS.
Right to Work
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
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