Job Title: Lead Auditor
Location: Bedfordshire
Rate: £50,000 pa pro rata (6 month FTC)
The Role:
So, what will you be doing as a Lead Auditor
To support the successful preparation and delivery of the AS9100 Rev D recertification audit by assessing current quality management systems, identifying gaps, and ensuring compliance across all business processes. The role will drive audit readiness, corrective actions, and continuous improvement activities within a dynamic defence engineering environment.
Key Responsibilities
Quality Management & Compliance
* Conduct detailed gap analysis between existing processes and AS9100 Rev D requirements
* Produce structured reports highlighting non-compliance areas and prioritised corrective actions
* Ensure all documentation and quality records meet regulatory and organisational standards
Audit Planning & Execution
* Develop and deliver internal audit schedules covering product, process, and management systems
* Create audit checklists aligned to AS9100 requirements
* Conduct audits through interviews, documentation reviews, and on-site observations
* Evaluate effectiveness and compliance of systems and processes
Non-Conformance & Corrective Action Management
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