Quality Manager Aerospace

Actio Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading precision engineering firm in Maidenhead is seeking a Quality Manager to lead their Quality function. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with aerospace standards, leading audits, and interacting with key clients. Ideal candidates will have significant quality leadership experience in an aerospace environment, with a strong understanding of relevant standards. The role offers a salary of £50,000+ and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Strong benefits package

Negotiable salary

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a Quality leadership role within an aerospace-approved environment.
• Deep understanding of AS9100D, ISO9001, and ISO14001 compliance.
• Proven track record in leading external audits.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality function inline with AS9100D, ISO9001, and other relevant standards.
• Plan and lead all internal and external audits.
• Serve as the primary quality contact for key clients.

Skills

Quality leadership experience

Understanding of AS9100D

Familiarity with FAI processes

Problem-solving skills (8D, RCA)

Education

Degree or HND in Engineering or Quality

Job description

Quality Manager – Aerospace & Engineering

Maidenhead | Permanent, Full-Time | £50,000+ DOE

Actio Recruitment is proud to be working on behalf of an industry-leading precision engineering business at the forefront of the aerospace, motorsport, and automotiveinnovation sectors. Our client is now seeking a Quality Manager to lead and continuously develop their Quality function, ensuring compliance with key aerospace standards and the delivery of world-class, high-integrity components to a global customer base.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned Quality professional to step into a strategic, leadership-level role within a growing and progressive organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Leadership & Compliance

• Lead quality function inline with AS9100D, ISO9001, and other relevant aerospace standards.
• Own and maintain the Quality Management System
• Provide guidance and leadership to quality engineers and inspectors.

Audit Management & Certification

• Plan and lead all internal and external audits.
• Oversee the AS9100D certification process.
• Report on quality metrics and continuous improvement initiatives at Management Review Meetings.

Product & Process Quality

• Approve First Article Inspections (FAI) in line with AS9102 standards.
• Manage MRB processes, resolve non-conformances, and lead structured problem-solving (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys, RCA).

Customer & Supplier Interface

• Serve as the primary quality contact for key aerospace and high-performance clients.
• Lead supplier quality initiatives, audits, and performance

Continuous Improvement & NPI

• Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) process
• Drive initiatives to reduce cost of poor quality
• Support FMEA, control plans, and standardisation of quality procedures.

Quality Systems & Documentation

• Ensure all QMS documentation, records, and procedures are compliant, current, and audit-ready.
• Manage the interface between the QMS and business
• Develop and maintain quality dashboards and reporting for leadership visibility.

About You

Essential Skills & Experience

• Significant experience in a Quality leadership role within an aerospace-approved environment.
• Deep understanding of AS9100D, ISO9001, and ISO14001 compliance.
• Proven track record in leading external audits and managing certification processes.
• Strong grasp of FAI (AS9102), PPAP, and aerospace special process controls.
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and complex tolerances.
• Skilled in structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, CAPA, RCA).

Desirable Qualifications

• Degree or HND in Engineering, Quality or similar.
• Certified Lead Auditor (AS9100D preferred).
• Experience with NADCAP requirements and special processes.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement strategies.

Benefits

• Salary 50k p/a + negotiable DOE
• Strong benefits package

Location:

Maidenhead
This is an on-site role

If you're a proven Quality Leader from an aerospace or high-precision engineering background, please apply here.

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