Overview
Lead Quality Systems Engineer role at Dowty, a GE Aerospace company. The successful candidate will be part of the Quality Systems and Compliance team at GE Aerospace Dowty Propellers Headquarters, Brockworth, Gloucester. You will work cross-functionally on business improvement projects such as ERP migration and MES adoption. Primary responsibilities include business process development and deployment supported by ERP and related systems. You will also maintain existing systems and support users as the subject matter expert on an ongoing basis.
Responsibilities
* Establish quality processes supported by the business ERP and 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 CRP (Conference Room Pilot) 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 standard (AS/EN9100) and regulatory requirements (Part 21 & Part 145).
* Audit IT infrastructure against regulatory requirements (EASA Part-IS).
* Ensure sustainment of new systems and processes by acting as a superuser and account management for all stakeholders.
* Act as a 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 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 Part 21 and Part 145.
* Experience of hosting audits 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, where possible, and recognises benefits to employees of work-life balance.
Total Reward
GE offers a flexible benefits plan, FlexChoice, providing freedom and flexibility in how benefits are received, with options to tailor to individual needs. Default benefits include non-contributory Pension, Life Assurance, Group income protection, Private medical cover, and 26 days of holiday with the option to buy or sell days.
Security Clearance
Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained. If BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. See BPSS requirements for details.
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 current UK immigration rules, candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed if a suitably qualified candidate requiring no sponsorship is available. For more information, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Quality Assurance
Industries
* Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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