Quality Manager

Round Peg Solutions; Low Eighton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace organization in the UK is seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead their quality function. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with FAA and CAA regulations while managing a team focused on continuous improvement and quality culture. You will play a critical role in driving excellence within operations and fostering strong relationships across teams.

Qualifications

• Proven Quality leader with significant experience.
• Strong knowledge of aerospace regulations.
• Ability to build strong customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead product and process quality across UK and US sites.
• Manage external audits with CAA and FAA.
• Champion continuous improvement and quality culture.

Skills

Knowledge of FAA and CAA regulations

Leadership in multi-site manufacturing

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Customer-focused mindset

Familiarity with AS9100

Job description

Are you ready to take the lead in driving excellence and compliance within a global aerospace organisation? We are looking for a passionate and experienced Quality Manager to head up the Quality function and ensure operations meet the highest standards in safety, compliance and performance for a global Aerospace manufacturer.

Why Join The Company? They pride themselves on innovation, integrity, and teamwork. You'll be part of a forward-thinking organisation that not only pushes boundaries in aviation but also values collaboration, continuous improvement, and doing things right.

What You'll Do

As Quality Manager, you'll be a key leader in operations, reporting directly to the VP of Operations and managing a team of six. You'll:

• Lead all product and process quality and compliance activities across UK and US sites.
• Take charge of external audits with regulatory bodies such as the CAA and FAA, ensuring full compliance.
• Champion continuous improvement, embedding a strong quality culture throughout the organisation.
• Ensure adherence to AS9100 standards and other aerospace regulations.
• Guide and develop your Quality team, ensuring excellence in inspections and reporting.
• Lead MRB activities, root cause analysis, and corrective actions with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Provide insights through quality data analysis to support strategic decision-making.

What We're Looking For

A proven Quality leader with:

• Strong knowledge of FAA and CAA regulations.
• Experience leading Quality teams in a multi-site manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and analytical skills.
• A customer-focused mindset with the ability to build strong relationships.
• Familiarity with AS9100 Quality Management Systems.

Apply today and help set new standards in aerospace quality and compliance