Lead Quality Engineer Regulatory Compliance

Energy Consulting group; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regulatory compliance firm in Gloucester is seeking a Lead Quality Engineer Regulatory Compliance to ensure that products and processes meet relevant standards. This role focuses on driving continuous improvement initiatives and compliance with aviation regulations. Candidates should have experience in quality management systems, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to continuous development. A flexible working arrangement and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Non-contributory Pension

Life Assurance

Group income protection

Private medical cover

Holiday equivalent of 26 days

Qualifications

• Experience in implementing and maintaining Quality Management Systems.
• Good oral, written communication and presentation skills.
• Proven analytical and organizational ability.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards AS9100, ISO9001, CAA Part21 and Part145.
• Support internal audit program and manage effective compliance monitoring.
• Lead continuous improvements using lean methodologies.

Skills

Qualified Internal Auditor

Knowledge of CAA & EASA Regulations

Working knowledge of AS9100/ISO9001

Competent in IT skills

Education

Certification in Quality Management

Job description

Job Description Summary

As a Lead Quality Engineer Regulatory Compliance, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring our products and processes meet all the relevant regulatory standards and requirements. Your work will be essential in maintaining compliance with aviation regulations through monitoring and promotion activities, developing and maintaining elements of management systems, whilst driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product and process safety and quality. You will be responsible for key Quality and Compliance metrics and will drive continuous performance improvement through direct, hands‑on engagement with cross‑functional partners.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Ensure business processes compliance with all relevant regulatory standards AS9100, ISO9001, CAA Part21 and Part145.
• Support company’s internal audit program in development, execution and improvements covering all approvals from design, production and maintenance.
• Carry out internal audits by effective planning and execution to monitor compliance to both elements of the management system Safety & Quality.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional business teams to address audit findings and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain regulatory training materials and manage training program such as SMS, FOD, Human Factors, Counterfeit Training etc.
• Empower staff with knowledge on regulatory requirements and quality standards through impactful training sessions.
• Support and Lead business safety meetings (SAG) to ensure effective operation of Safety Management System.
• Ensure the effectiveness of the business Safety Management System (SMS) by diligently following up on Safety and Quality actions and reviewing corrective actions implementation.
• Lead structured problem‑solving initiatives to identify the true root cause and action plans, verify effectiveness and sustainment through standard work.
• Lead transformative continuous improvements using lean methodologies to optimize business processes and improve SQDC outcomes and visual management.
• Ensure company quality procedures are up to date with the aviation regulations and quality standards.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Qualified Internal Auditor or certification in Quality Management.
• Working knowledge of CAA & EASA Regulations.
• Knowledge of SMS (Safety Management System) requirements.
• Working knowledge of AS9100/ISO9001 requirements.
• Experience in implementing and maintaining Quality Management Systems.
• Competent in IT skills, business applications and their usage to processes along with MS Office applications.

Desired Characteristics

• Experience in Quality function within a manufacturing or maintenance organisation.
• Ability to influence others and lead improvement projects.
• Good oral, written communication + presentation skills.
• Excellent ability to work with digital tools & data and able to coordinate several projects simultaneously.
• Effective problem identification and solution skills.
• Proven analytical and organizational ability.
• Committed to self-learning and continuous development.

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.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No