Compliance Quality Engineer

Ultra Maritime; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading developer in the defence and aerospace industry is seeking a Compliance Quality Engineer. This role focuses on ensuring compliance with industry standards and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of regulatory requirements and experience in quality engineering. The position offers flexible working options and a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

25 days holiday plus options to buy/sell days

Life assurance (4x salary)

Flexible benefits package

Pension scheme with employer contributions up to 7.5%

Sports and social club

Supportive work environment with team events

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in quality engineering or compliance within aerospace, defence, or manufacturing sectors.
• Experience managing supplier quality and driving improvements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all processes, products, and services comply with aerospace and defence regulations.
• Conduct internal and supplier audits to assess compliance and identify non-conformances.
• Lead quality improvement projects using root cause analysis and lean methodologies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

5 years in quality engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

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Responsibilities

We are Ultra Precision Control Systems (Ultra PCS), a leading developer of mission and safety-critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industry. Our team of experts is at the heart of our success, fostering a safe working environment and a positive culture where every staff member feels valued and respected. We solve our customers' problems by providing engineering solutions to safety and mission-critical challenges in the air and on the ground. Our solutions are used in military aircraft and vehicles, civil aircraft, and unmanned vehicles. We also offer innovative products optimized to support the unique challenges of dismounted soldiers.

We help ensure our customers reach their destinations safely, achieve their objectives, and keep returning. We consider flexible working options, including hybrid, home/office, part-time, and full-time roles, aligning with our values of innovation and empowerment. We trust our people to get the job done because our business is our people.

Job Description

Ultra PCS is seeking a Compliance Quality Engineer to join the Quality Function. This role ensures all products and processes meet aerospace and defence industry standards and regulatory requirements, including CAA Part 21J & G, CAA & EASA Part 145, AS9100, ISO 9001, among others. The engineer will conduct audits, manage corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to safeguard product integrity, support customer satisfaction, and enhance operational efficiency. The role is vital in maintaining our commitment to quality, safety, and compliance within the aerospace and defence sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all processes, products, and services comply with applicable aerospace and defence regulations and are effectively communicated down the supply chain.
• Audits: Conduct internal and supplier audits to assess compliance, identify non-conformances, risks, and improvement opportunities, and collaborate on corrective actions.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead quality improvement projects using root cause analysis and lean methodologies to improve reliability and reduce defects.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain and manage quality documentation, audit reports, and certifications. Report on KPIs related to quality compliance and ensure process integrity through review and configuration control.
• Supplier Quality Management: Work with suppliers to meet quality requirements and drive supply chain improvements.
• Customer Interface: Engage directly with customers and regulatory agencies to address quality and compliance issues, ensuring requirements are flowed down and implemented across internal departments and supply chains.

Essential Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Strong understanding of industry standards (CAA & EASA Part 145, Part 21J & G, AS9100, ISO 9001).
• Familiarity with aerospace and defence regulations (ITAR, DFARS, FAA, etc.) and military specifications.
• Knowledge of auditing practices, risk-based thinking, and root cause analysis.
• Understanding of aerospace manufacturing processes and materials.
• Analytical skills for trend identification and data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills using techniques like 8D, 5 Whys, fishbone diagrams.
• Project management skills for handling multiple initiatives.
• Minimum of 5 years in quality engineering or compliance within aerospace, defence, or manufacturing sectors.
• Experience as a lead or internal auditor, preferably with certifications.
• Experience managing supplier quality and driving improvements.
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Six Sigma, Lean).
• Proficiency with ERP systems for quality tracking and reporting.

Benefits

We offer flexible employee benefits and career development opportunities, including:

• Flexible working hours
• 25 days holiday plus options to buy/sell days and bank holidays
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Flexible benefits package
• Pension scheme with employer contributions up to 7.5%
• Sports and social club
• Supportive work environment with team events

Additional Information

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK without restrictions and be prepared for UK National Security Vetting. Ultra PCS is committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and identities.