Job Description

Job Title: Aerospace Quality Manager

Location: Southampton

Company: Specialised Polymer Engineering Ltd

About Us

:

Specialised Polymer Engineering (SPE) is a leading provider of high-quality polymer solutions, delivering tailored engineering services to a wide range of industries. Based in Southampton, we pride ourselves on our technical expertise, innovation, and commitment to customer satisfaction

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced

Quality Manager to lead and maintain our Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with aerospace manufacturing standards. The successful candidate will oversee internal and external audits, ensure adherence to industry and customer-specific quality standards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and maintain the company's

Quality Management System (QMS)

in accordance with

AS9100

,

ISO 9001

, and other applicable aerospace standards. Lead

internal, external, customer, and regulatory audits

, ensuring all non-conformities are resolved promptly. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and drive

root cause analysis

and

corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)

. Develop, review, and implement

quality policies, procedures, and documentation

. Ensure compliance with customer-specific quality requirements in the

aerospace sector

. Report quality performance metrics and initiate

continuous improvement initiatives

to reduce scrap, rework, and customer complaints. Oversee

inspection processes

, ensuring that incoming, in-process, and final inspections are performed effectively. Work closely with production and engineering teams to ensure quality is embedded at every stage of the manufacturing process. Liaise with aerospace clients on quality-related matters and lead quality review meetings.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Proven experience in a

Quality Management role within aerospace manufacturing

(minimum 5 years). Strong knowledge of

AS9100

,

ISO 9001

, and customer-specific aerospace requirements. Demonstrable experience

managing audits, including third-party and customer audits.*
Hands-on experience managing or implementing a QMS.*

Desirable:

Experience working with Special Processes in the aerospace industry.*
Degree or HND in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical discipline.*
Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing experience or certification.*

Key Attributes:

Integrity and commitment to high-quality standards.*
Strong organizational and time management skills.*
Proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.*
Ability to influence and drive change across departments.*

Specialised Polymer Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 50,000.00-60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

On-site parking
Experience:

Aerospace Quality: 5 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person