Cyber Defense Quality Leader

Ultra Electronics; Maidenhead; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus Scheme

Private Medical Cover

Pension Contribution

4 x Life Assurance Cover

Flexible working hours

Cycle to work scheme

Security Clearance Allowance

Job summary

Ultra Intelligence & Communications, part of Ultra Electronics, is seeking a Quality Manager for its Cyber business. The role leads the Quality team to ensure products, services and projects meet the highest standards of quality and compliance, with SC clearance consideration and UK security requirements.

You will drive QMS, audits, supplier quality and continuous improvement across software, firmware, and hardware, reporting to senior leadership and mentoring Quality Engineers.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable Quality management experience within the Aerospace / Defence industry.
• Demonstrable experience of ERP systems (preferably IFS)
• Demonstrable experience of supporting organisations to achieve compliance to the AS 9100 series of Standards and ISO9001 standards
• Skilled in implementing and maintaining Quality Management Systems (QMS) – the BMS
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a small quality team.
• Excellent communicator and collaborator, capable of influencing stakeholders and promoting quality initiatives.
• Proficient in data analysis, root cause identification, and problem-solving to resolve quality issues.
• Track record of identifying improvement opportunities and implementing changes to enhance quality, reduce costs, and improve productivity.
• Champion of continuous improvement, applying methodologies to drive operational excellence and process enhancements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical lead for Quality activities across the Cyber business.
• Develop and implement best practice Quality policies and processes that enhance business performance using recognised process performance methodologies.
• Provide expert guidance and operational support to maintain ongoing certification to AS9100 and ISO9001 standards.
• Lead audits and inspections, ensuring timely identification and closure of findings.
• Oversee the execution of corrective actions and ensure resolution of non-compliance issues within agreed timelines.
• Regularly report Quality metrics and activities to the Senior Leadership Team, delivering accurate and timely updates on key performance indicators.
• Design and promote quality training programs and awareness initiatives across the organisation.
• Manage audits and assessments of production processes, products, and suppliers to verify adherence to quality standards and specifications.
• Advise Senior Leadership on quality concerns, process improvements, and performance optimisation opportunities.
• Champion the standardisation of processes across the Cyber business while ensuring compliance with UK legal and Customer specifications and standards.
• Lead the development and management of all Quality aspects within the Cyber supply chain
• Oversee quality management for Software, Firmware, and Hardware products.
• Collaborate effectively with key stakeholders to support delivery and ensure alignment with Quality and Cyber business strategies.
• Manage and mentor direct reports (Quality Engineers), fostering a high-performing team committed to continuous improvement.

Skills

Quality management

ERP systems

AS9100/ISO9001 compliance

QMS implementation

Leadership

Communication

Data analysis

Root cause analysis

Continuous improvement

Tools

IFS ERP

Job description

Ultra Intelligence & Communications, part of Ultra Electronics, is seeking a Quality Manager for its Cyber business. The role leads the Quality team to ensure products, services and projects meet the highest standards of quality and compliance, with SC clearance consideration and UK security requirements.

You will drive QMS, audits, supplier quality and continuous improvement across software, firmware, and hardware, reporting to senior leadership and mentoring Quality Engineers.