Quality Manager

We are seeking an experienced Quality Manager to take full ownership of the Quality function and Quality Management System (QMS). This is a hands-on, onsite leadership role, managing a department of approximately 10 quality professionals, including Senior Quality Engineers, Quality Engineers, and Inspectors. The successful Quality Manager will play a key role in ensuring compliance with customer, regulatory, and third-party requirements while driving continuous improvement across the business. Core Responsibilities for the selected Quality Manager Overall ownership and maintenance of the company Quality Management System (QMS) and associated documentation Leadership, coordination, and workload allocation across the Quality team Ensure delivered products and components meet all design, customer, and regulatory requirements Align Quality activities with business needs and production priorities Maintain compliance with third-party approvals, customer standards, and regulatory bodies Lead and oversee root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for product and process issues Ensure Quality audits are planned and executed across all relevant processes Oversee and plan PPAPs, FAIRs, and APQP activities Maintain and report all Quality and Compliance Metrics Support and contribute to training and development to ensure team capability and competency Drive best practices, continuous improvement, and quality excellence across the organisation Manage customer returns, complaints, and non-conformances The appointed Quality Manager will need to meet the following key skills & experience for the position. Proven leadership experience managing and developing Quality teams Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment Extensive experience implementing and maintaining ISO 9001; AS9100 highly desirable Working knowledge of NADCAP and CAA requirements (highly desirable) Solid understanding of Quality Engineering practices within aerospace or regulated manufacturing Hands-on experience with FAIRs, PPAPs, APQP, and 8D problem-solving Strong analytical and decision-making skills with a proactive mindset Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement and deliver business-focused quality outcomes