Quality Assurance Analyst

ARM LIMITED; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation is seeking a Quality Assurance Analyst in Havant to support complex engineering projects. This role involves providing governance and compliance support across various programmes, ensuring adherence to quality standards, particularly AS9100. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in Quality Management Systems and be capable of engaging with stakeholders to drive improvements. Competitive salary between £35,000 - £45,000 per annum with occasional travel opportunities.

Benefits

Travel expenses covered

Qualifications

• Strong experience with AS9100 is essential.
• Lead Auditor qualification in AS9100 preferred.
• Experience conducting internal and/or external audits required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain SC clearance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Act as a Quality Assurance representative across engineering and defence programmes.
• Support regulatory compliance and third-party certifications.
• Engage with external industry and Government stakeholders.
• Support the development and improvement of the Quality Management System.

Skills

Experience with AS9100

Strong stakeholder engagement

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Degree in engineering or business discipline

Job description

Location: Havant, Hampshire
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: 4x Days | Remote
Working Hours: 37.5 hrs
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per annum
Clearance Required: Active SC

We are seeking a Quality Assurance Analyst to join a growing Quality team supporting complex engineering and defence programmes. The role will act as a Quality Assurance representative across multiple programmes, providing governance, assurance, and regulatory compliance support throughout the programme lifecycle. This position is well suited to a Quality professional with strong Quality Management Systems experience particularly AS9100, who is looking to join a world leading defence organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a Quality Assurance representative across engineering and defence programmes.
• Support regulatory compliance and third‑party certifications, including AS9100.
• Assist with internal quality investigations and Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA) activities.
• Support the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Plan, coordinate, and support external audits (customer, regulatory, and certification bodies).
• Engage with external industry, Government, and Military Quality Assurance stakeholders.
• Conduct supplier audits, approvals, and supply chain monitoring activities.
• Provide QA support for delegated equipment release where required.
• Support process improvement initiatives to drive improved performance.
• Assist with process modelling, documentation, analytics, and quality reporting.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Strong experience with AS9100 (essential).
• Lead Auditor qualification (AS9100 preferred).
• Experience conducting internal and/or external audits.
• Degree‑qualified or equivalent in an engineering or business discipline (e.g. apprenticeship, time‑served engineering role, or military technical background).
• Solid understanding of Quality Management Systems and quality processes.
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis and corrective action methodologies.
• Familiarity with process modelling and QMS documentation.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills across multiple functions and seniority levels.
• Ability to obtain and maintain SC clearance (essential).

Desirable Experience

• Background in aviation, aerospace, or defence environments.
• Experience working with UK MoD / DE&S programmes.
• Knowledge of Military Aircraft Authority (MAA) Regulatory Publications.
• Knowledge of Allied Quality Assurance Publications (AQAPs).
• Knowledge of Joint Service Publications (JSPs).
• Experience with ISO 9001, ISO 20000, and/or ISO 27001.
• Lean Six Sigma or Continuous Improvement experience.
• Human Factors training.
• Previous military or defence‑sector experience.

Travel

Very occasional travel (monthly or less) to UK and European sites. Travel expenses covered.