Lead Quality Specialist - Industry Standards Compliance

Job Description SummaryWe have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Quality Compliance Engineer. This role will be an integral part of quality systems and compliance organisation at GE Aerospace - Dowty Propellers at its headquarters in Brockworth, Gloucester. Being a quality compliance engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring all the products and processes comply with the aviation regulations and aerospace industry standards requirements. You will be part of integral team conducting internal audits and hosting external quality compliance audits from customers, regulatory bodies and third-party registrars. You will play a vital role in maintaining compliance with aviation regulations, implementing quality management systems, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and safety.Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Ensuring compliance to international management systems standards such as AS9100 CAA Part21 and Part145.
• Act as ISM (Independent Systems Monitoring) for Part21J
• Interpret and stay current with aviation regulations, including but not limited to CAA EASA, FAA.
• First line leader for a team of Quality professionals across multiple locations managing the companies QMS and quality systems.
• Lead development and continuous improvement of Quality business systems and procedures using lean methodologies.
• Manage the Company’s portfolio of external and customer Quality approvals ensuring all approvals are maintained and/or new additions made as required by new contracts.
• Update company expositions and QMS procedures to ensure compliance with regulations. Align Company QMS to customer quality requirements on existing and new contracts.
• Create internal audit plan covering company all approvals and certification and conduct internal audits to access compliance with QMS and aviation regulations.
• Follow-up on quality and safety actions and involve in root cause, correction actions identification, execution and verification.
• Provide training and support to employees and certifying staff on company quality procedures, standards, and aviation regulations.

Required Qualifications

• This role requires significant experience in Quality & Aviation Standards. Such as:
• Working knowledge of CAA Part 21J, Part21G and Part21J regulations.
• Emerging regulations related to SMS (Safety Management System)
• Working knowledge of AS9100/ISO9001 requirements
• Experience in implementing and maintaining Quality Management Systems
• An understanding of business systems architectures and structures
• Qualified Lead Auditor

Desired Characteristics

• Degree qualified in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse and resolve problems using a wide range of recognised Quality tools and techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects. Ability to document, plan, and execute improvement programs.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Flexible Working

GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aviation we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

• Non-contributory Pension
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover
• Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

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