A key leadership hire within a fast-scaling, start-up environment operating in precision engineering, supplying into aerospace, defence and energy.
You’ll take full ownership of quality across a growing network of sites, setting the standard for how quality is defined, implemented and maintained as the business scales.
The Role
* Own and scale a unified ISO9001 / AS9100D QMS across multiple sites
* Define inspection strategies (FAIRs, in-process, final) for high-precision CNC components
* Lead audits, certification and ongoing compliance
* Drive root cause and continuous improvement activity
* Act as the senior quality contact for aerospace and defence customers
* Build and structure the quality function as the business grows
The Environment
* Start-up / scale-up environment with rapid growth plans
* Aerospace, defence and energy sectors
* Tight tolerances (typically ±10–20 microns)
* Multi-site model (owned + partner facilities)
What We’re Looking For
* Experience leading AS9100 / ISO9001 systems within precision engineering
* Background in aerospace, defence or regulated manufacturing
* Proven ability to build or scale a QMS
* Strong understanding of process control, capability and inspection
* Experience leading audits and customer quality interactions
* Hands-on approach across shop floor and leadership level
This is a genuine build-and-scale opportunity within a high-growth start-up with strong foundations and clear customer demand.
You’ll have full ownership of quality, direct access to leadership, and the chance to shape a high-performance quality function across multiple sites.
If the role sounds of interest click to apply and Kieran Evans will be in contact to discuss the finer details.
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