Responsibilities
We are Ultra Precision Control Systems (Ultra PCS), a leading developer of mission and safety-critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industry. Our team of experts is central to our success, and we are committed to fostering a safe working environment and a positive culture where every staff member feels valued and respected. We provide engineering solutions to safety and mission-critical challenges in the air and on the ground, with solutions used in military aircraft, civil aircraft, unmanned vehicles, and support for dismounted soldiers.
We offer flexible working options, including hybrid home/office, part-time, and full-time employment, to suit your lifestyle. Our core values are 'innovating' and 'empowering', and we trust our people to deliver results in new ways.
Job Description
Ultra PCS is seeking a Safety Quality Engineer to join Ultra's Safety Function. This team ensures compliance with quality policies and safety management standards, working closely with compliance, operations, and engineering to ensure product and process conformity and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
1. Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, including hazard identification, risk management, safety performance reporting, safety documentation, training, and incident investigations.
2. Support the Safety Management function by developing directives, policies, and procedures aligned with standards and requirements.
3. Analyze safety data to identify root causes and develop preventative or corrective actions.
4. Conduct performance and process control analysis for safety improvements.
5. Assist in safety-related supplier assessments and safety audit planning and reporting.
6. Support investigations of quality issues and ensure compliance with quality measures and external audits.
7. Contribute to the development of Quality Plans and participate in engineering review processes.
8. Support operator approval processes and ensure departmental objectives are met.
9. Develop a culture of continuous improvement through process mapping, lean practices, and other activities.
10. Maintain company approvals such as EASA/CAA, FAR, ISO, and others to ensure airworthiness.
11. Perform additional activities as needed to support Ultra’s goals.
Required Skills
* Understanding of hazard and risk management in aerospace products.
* Experience in Quality and Business Improvement, including working within a quality management system and supporting audits.
* Knowledge of manufacturing environments and supply chain interactions.
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
* Ability to build relationships and work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
* Strong planning, decision-making, and initiative skills.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
Desirable Skills
* Experience in aerospace organizations.
* Certified Quality Auditor qualification.
* Engineering qualifications or degree.
* Educational background at least A level or equivalent, ideally degree level.
Experience
* Knowledge of aerospace quality standards (e.g., AS9100, CAA Part 21, EASA Part 145).
* Familiarity with aerospace topics like FOD and counterfeit avoidance.
* Experience with First Article and Parts Approval methods (e.g., AS9102, PPAP).
* Proficiency in process measurement techniques (SPC, KPIs).
* Experience with Quality Management Systems and process mapping software.
Benefits
We offer flexible benefits, including:
* Flexible working hours
* 25 days holiday plus options to buy/sell days and bank holidays
* Life assurance at four times your salary
* Flexible benefits package
* Pension scheme with employer contributions based on length of service
* Sports and social clubs
* Supportive environment with team events
If interested, please follow our application process. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK and willing to undergo UK National Security Vetting.
Diversity & Inclusion
Ultra PCS is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, and equality. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, age, or disability.
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