Our client, a leading organisation in the aerospace sector, is seeking a dedicated Quality manager to join their growing team in Fareham.
Responsibilities
* Lead, maintain, and continually improve the company's Quality Management System transitioning the company towards ISO 9001 compliance.
* Ensure compliance with all relevant UK MOD, DEF STAN, and export control regulations (e.g., UK Export Control Order, ITAR/EAR as applicable), working closely with the Manufacturing Manager - Procurement during pre-contract stage and during supplier selection and onboarding.
* Act as the primary point of contact for quality and compliance matters with customers, suppliers, auditors, and regulatory authorities for all production concerns.
* Plan and manage internal and external audits, working with stakeholders to ensuring timely closure of findings and preventive actions for future occurrence and process/policy improvement.
* Oversee product and process compliance, including First Article Inspection (AS9102), FAI reviews, and supplier quality management.
* Manage the non-conformance, corrective action, and continuous improvement processes using structured problem-solving tools across all aspects of the product, coordinating subject matter experts' knowledge where required.
* Ensure effective configuration control, document control, and traceability throughout the product lifecycle.
* Support and maintain Health, Safety, and Environmental compliance where integrated within the quality system, working closely with the Facility Manager.
* Lead, mentor, and develop quality within the Manufacturing Team to achieve departmental and organisational objectives, starting as a team of one and growing along with the pace of the business.
* Promote a strong quality culture throughout the business, ensuring all employees understand their role in compliance and product assurance.
* Identify and implement process improvements using Lean, Six Sigma, and root cause analysis methodologies.
* Monitor and report Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for quality performance, audit outcomes, and compliance risk.
* Drive supplier development and quality performance improvement across the supply chain.
* Champion company values: Pioneers, Agile, Respect, Together, Safely.
* Work in accordance with company policies, procedures and guidelines.
* Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, flight operations, and supply chain teams to ensure design and production meet all quality and regulatory requirements.
* Manage customer quality relationships, including audits, inspections, and contract reviews.
* Provide regular reports to senior management on compliance status, audit performance, and risk mitigation actions.
Education & Experience
* Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical discipline.
* Significant experience (3+ years) in quality and compliance management within the aerospace, defence, or advanced manufacturing sectors.
* Quality Management, IRCA Auditor, ASQ, Lean Six Sigma, Business Process Improvement ISO codes such as ISO18404 and ISO 9001.
* Proven track record managing ISO9001 Quality Management Systems.
* Strong understanding of UK MOD regulations, and export control (ITAR/EAR) requirements.
* Experience in leading audits (internal, supplier, certification, or customer).
* Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and contractual requirements.
* Proficient in QMS software and MS Office tools.
* Right to work within the UK.
* BPSS vetting and SC clearance (as required by role, location, or client).
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