Design Quality Assurance Manager

Safran; Heath and Reach; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global aerospace leader in Heath and Reach is seeking a Design Quality Assurance Manager. The role involves oversight of quality assurance processes, compliance with UK CAA regulations, and coordination of audits. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Science or Engineering, experience in the aerospace sector, and familiarity with ISO standards. Join a firm committed to innovation and employee well-being, offering extensive perks and development opportunities.

Benefits

Wellbeing Program

Family-friendly policies

Participation in workplace groups

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the aerospace industry or related engineering roles.
• Demonstrated knowledge of UK CAA/EASA airworthiness processes.
• Familiarity with internal and external audit techniques.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with design assurance and internal processes.
• Coordinate technical audits and report quality maturity status.
• Act as a focal point for quality in engineering projects.

Skills

Experience in the aerospace industry

Knowledge of UK CAA / EASA processes

APQP Tools knowledge

Configuration and data management

Good skills for quality issues investigation

Education

Science or Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

ISO9001

ISO19011

AS9100

Job description

This role will take responsibility for Safran Electrical & Power Pitstone & Twinsburg sites UK CAA Part 21J & O Design Organisation Quality Assurance oversight, often seen as the facilitator for changes necessary to effect airworthiness across the organisation. Maintaining design assurance within the defined company processes and procedures, primarily working towards ensuring 100% compliance. Acting as the focal point for the quality of all R&T (Research & Technology) and New Product Introduction (NPI) projects, helping to make design processes more robust using the promotion and implementation of APQP methodology throughout the process for industrial application and Transfer of Work (TOW) activities. You will also be Independent System Monitoring Manager (ISMM) nominated post holder for the Motors EASA Part 21J Type Certification Design Organisation Approval. These are critical responsibilities and will give you a chance to make a real impact on the future of aviation. Other responsibilities:

Other Responsibilities

• Maintain the Design Organisation Approval Handbook's for compliance to regulation and internal processes, under the ownership of the Head of Design.
• Perform the role of Coordinator of our DOA/ADOA/ETSO approvals with the authorities across both sites.
• Host the annual EASA/UK CAA Surveillance visits and coordinate closure of any findings.
• Develop an annual internal technical audit plan to meet regulatory requirements, reporting the technical quality maturity status for engineering projects on a regular basis, increasing general awareness and importance of Technical Audits with experts by providing regular information and communications to teams.
• Ensure lessons learnt are fed back into the Engineering processes & procedures, they are fully understood, applied and followed.
• Develop, implement and maintain the Programmes coordination of DO-PO's via the PROMPT (APQP) process in readiness for entry into service along with Capability Lists.
• Participate in the Officers of Airworthiness (OoA) and the Annual Airworthiness Policy Reviews. Identify Airworthiness training needs in conjunction with the OoA's.

What You'll Bring to Safran

• Science or Engineering degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field
• Experience in the aerospace industry or equivalent in engineering, design & development or quality positions
• Knowledge of UK CAA / EASA Part 21J & O airworthiness processes
• Knowledge of ISO9001, ISO19011, AS9100
• Experience in internal and external audit and auditing techniques
• APQP Tools knowledge and domain, PDCA, DMAIC and other related tools knowledge
• Configuration and data management
• Ability to work at a senior level across multiple functions
• Good skills for quality issues investigation, audit, analysis and correction/prevention

Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran we are proud to be a global leader in aerospace, defence, and space. We are searching for passionate individuals to join our Quality team as a Design Quality Assurance Manager at our Pitstone site. We are committed to fair and equitable employment practices, and are proudly a Disability Confident Employer. We encourage applicants who can demonstrate a variety of skills relevant to the role, even if they do not meet 100% of criteria.

Why Safran?

• A global presence: Be part of a global aerospace, defence & space business with over 100,000 Colleagues, across 300 sites in 30 countries.
• Inclusive & empowering environment: We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success.
• Innovation at the core: Join our mission to decarbonise aerospace and make the world a safer place. Your ambitions can take us further.
• Mobility & training opportunities: We can support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities. If you have big dreams, we'll support you to make them a reality.
• A culture of excellence: Join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. Whatever your background, together we aim for excellence.

Benefits and Perks

• Participation in various groups and forums onsite such as Women at Safran, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs.
• Wellbeing Program in Pitstone focuses on employee wellbeing at the heart of our business, organised into four committees: Healthy Minds, Physical, Social & Financial.
• Family-friendly policies that reinforce our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

We also recognise the importance of well‑being and provide programs and resources to support your personal and professional growth.