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About Us
At Steatite, we design, manufacture, and supply advanced technology solutions " from industrial embedded computing and custom lithium battery packs to secure communications, antennas, and imaging systems.
Our innovations operate in some of the world’s most demanding environments. From the ocean floor to the edge of space, Steatite technology ensures critical systems perform reliably, consistently, and safely " 24/7. Whether enabling scientific discovery in extreme conditions, transmitting high-bandwidth data across challenging terrain, processing vast volumes of traffic data, or supporting secure transactions on the move, our solutions are built to perform when it matters most.
From day one, you will be part of an organisation that prioritises your safety and wellbeing, values your contribution, and is committed to making your career both rewarding and impactful.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Head of Quality to provide strategic leadership across all Quality Assurance, Quality Control and Compliance activities within Steatite.
Reporting directly to the General Manager, this senior leadership role will operate across our Redditch and Tewkesbury sites, supporting defence, industrial computing and transportation sectors within a highly regulated Tier One supply environment.
You will be responsible for driving the quality strategy, strengthening compliance, leading continuous improvement initiatives and ensuring products and services consistently meet the highest customer and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement the business Quality Strategy across multiple operational sites
* Lead and maintain Quality Management Systems aligned to AS9100, ISO9001, ISO14001 and defence-related standards
* Oversee internal and external audit programmes and ensure ongoing audit readiness
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, FMEA, APQP and PPAP methodologies
* Monitor quality KPIs, risk management and operational performance metrics
* Lead supplier quality and customer quality activities
* Support digitalisation and optimisation of quality systems and reporting processes
* Provide leadership, coaching and development to the Quality team
* Collaborate closely with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain and Programme Management teams
Skills & Experience
* Senior quality leadership experience within defence, aerospace or other highly regulated industries
* Strong expertise in AS9100, ISO9001 and customer-facing quality management
* Proven experience leading quality systems, compliance and continuous improvement activities
* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
* Experience managing audits, quality risk and operational quality performance
* Strategic mindset with a practical and hands‑on leadership approach
* Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, FMEA, APQP and PPAP methodologies desirable
* Ability to obtain SC Security Clearance
Why Join Us
* Opportunity to shape and lead the quality strategy within a growing technology and engineering business
* Play a key leadership role supporting products and technologies used in demanding real‑world and mission‑critical environments
* Influence quality excellence, operational performance and continuous improvement across multiple sites
* Work closely with senior leadership, engineering and operational teams within highly regulated industries
* Drive innovation and digital transformation within quality systems and processes
* Contribute to advanced technologies spanning defence, industrial computing, communications and transportation sectors
Benefits For You
* EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme
* 26 Days Annual Leave Plus Bank Holidays + More For Length of Service
* Pensions Plan
* Company Sick Pay Scheme
* Life Assurance Scheme
* Profit Share Scheme
* All Employee Share Plan
We are an equal opportunity employer fostering an inclusive recruitment experience for all candidates.
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