Morson are working with the UK's Leading Defence Manufacturer. Who are looking for a Lead Quality Engineer to join the team and work out of the site at Barrow in Furness. Main Duties Work as a fully contributory member of the Quality team and support the development of others within specialist area Responsible for demonstrating SHE and responsible business behaviours Undertake specialist non-routine and or complex Quality Assurance activities and tasks in their related area Able to access, have a clear understanding of and develop the local Management System documentation e.g. policies, procedures, workmanship standards, risk assessments and processes in their related area Ensure cross functional processes are deployed and adhered to Lead/support internal audits and supplier audits Lead the management of non-conformance resolution and corrective actions with key stakeholders and process owners Lead/support Quality investigations Lead effective analysis of data with resulting themes and corrective actions resulting in cross functional continuous improvements Lead/support the facilitation of working groups ensuring deliverables are achieved and Learning from Experience (LfE) is captured and applied Drive and support requirements relating to certification activities Process Owner in assigned area of technical expertise Capable of leading and driving a detailed programme of work Use of Company computer systems and software as appropriate The ability to articulate and deliver Quality objectives Represent the department at Quality and cross functional reviews and liaise with the customer when required Knowledge Understanding and application of ISO 9001/ EN9100 standards Subject Matter Expert (SME) own discipline within Quality and a broad understanding of other Quality related disciplines Understanding of Business Management Systems, Operational Framework and Operational Assurance process Knowledge of and experience of product safety Understanding the importance of cross functional integration across the Business Unit to achieve overall goals of the Function Skill Understanding and application of ISO 9001/ EN9100 standards Subject Matter Expert (SME) own discipline within Quality and a broad understanding of other Quality related disciplines Understanding of Business Management Systems, Operational Framework and Operational Assurance process Knowledge of and experience of product safety Understanding the importance of cross functional integration across the Business Unit to achieve overall goals of the Function Qualifcations HNC or degree qualified in an appropriate technical discipline or equivalent experience Be a quality professional, at least lead auditor status or equivalent experience If you are interested in applying for the role please submit an up to date CV.