Quality Team Lead

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quality Team Lead to drive excellence in quality assurance within their innovative projects. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate closely with Programme and Project Managers to identify and manage risks, ensuring the successful delivery of high-tech solutions. Your expertise in governance and quality tools will be crucial in fostering a culture of continuous improvement and mentoring team members. Join a forward-thinking firm that prioritizes employee development and offers a flexible working environment, making a significant impact in the Aerospace, Defence, and Security sectors.

Benefits

Award winning pension scheme

25 days holidays plus bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted gym membership

Access to private healthcare

Free access to online courses

Referral incentive

Bonus scheme for employees

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience required.
• Strong knowledge of AS9100/ISO9001 and governance practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead Assurance Teams to meet Programme and IPT objectives.
• Manage Programme and Project Risks and Opportunities effectively.

Skills

Governance

AS9100 / ISO9001

Continuous Improvement

Root Cause Corrective Action

Pattern Fault Lifecycle

Process Mapping

Verification

First Article Inspection

Interpersonal Skills

Team Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Equivalent experience in Defence Electronics

Tools

Quality Tools

Job description

At Leonardo, we have an opportunity for a Quality Team Lead. Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 7,000 are based in the UK.

The Radar and Advanced Targeting line of business, based in Edinburgh, is uniquely positioned as one of the world's top manufacturers of radars, lasers and infra-red countermeasure systems.

As Quality Team Lead you will interact at Programme and Integrated Project Team (IPT) level. Working in partnership with the Programme and Project Managers to:

• Identify the specific programme and project risks, threats and opportunities you will manage.
• Agree the Project Assurance Plans (PAP) defining project assurance activities aligned to Risk, Opportunity and Improvement within the Programme and associated Pro-operating in line with the requirements of the Operational Framework.
• Successful management of Programme and Project Risks, Threats and Opportunities to reduce impact on Programme and Project.
• Success in leading Assurance Teams in order to meet Programme and IPT objectives.
• Success in leading Assurance function improvement plans across all phases of the Programme, Product and Project Lifecycle.
• Success in mentoring and coaching in order to grow Quality excellence within the Programme.
• Successful application of interpersonal skills to positively influence behaviours within Quality at individual and team level.
• Success in representing the Quality function at a senior level with Programme Customers and Suppliers.
• Achievement of project assurance milestones within the Programme, Product and Project lifecycle.
• Delivery of reports and supporting data to the Programme, Project and function as required.
• Reduction in Sector Non-Conformance costs and implementation of a root cause and corrective action culture to reduce the cost implications on the programmes and project.

Skills, Qualifications & Knowledge Required

• Ideally a Bachelor's Degree [or equivalent] in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing or experience in Defence Electronics or similarly "complex" industry.
• Be able to demonstrate Governance, AS9100 / ISO9001 and Continuous improvement.
• Be able to demonstrate knowledge in applying Quality Tools such as Root Cause Corrective Action, Pattern Fault Lifecycle, Process Mapping, Verification and First Article Inspection.
• Be a logical thinker, capable of harvesting complex data into actions with practical solutions that supports business goals, in 'the language of the business'.
• Have good interpersonal skills and a collaborative working style across all functions of the business.
• Be able to demonstrate experience in working with Customers and Suppliers.
• Have demonstrated experience of developing a team, mentoring and coaching.

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Life at Leonardo

With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.

• Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution).
• Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year.
• Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us.
• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, access to Mental Health support, Financial wellbeing support, network groups (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers).
• Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme.
• Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance).
• Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera.
• Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member.
• Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below.