We are seeking an experienced Aviation Compliance & Procedures Specialist to join a highly regulated aerospace company on a temporary long term assignment, based in Yeovil.  This Regulatory Compliance Engineer role is ideal for someone with a strong understanding of aircraft operations, regulatory requirements, and audit processes, who can ensure procedures are effective, compliant, and aligned with industry best practice.  You'll play a key role in providing evidence-based assurance, improving processes, and supporting compliance across CAMO, technical, production, and maintenance teams.

This is a great opportunity to work within a highly respected aviation environment, to play a key role in compliance, safety, and operational excellence, with an opportunity to influence process improvement and best practice whilst collaborating across multiple technical and operational teams.

Key Responsibilities
Act as the subject matter expert for procedural and regulatory queries
Provide guidance on applying internal operating systems and resolving conflicting requirements
Conduct impact assessments on changes to procedures and regulatory frameworks
Lead the development and improvement of business procedures and work instructions
Ensure procedures reflect aviation regulations and industry best practice
Support and guide internal and external audits
Carry out procedure review audits (First Line of Defence)
Identify root causes of non-compliance and implement corrective actions
Track compliance metrics and monitor progress of improvement activities
Deliver clear communication and training to improve process adherenceSkills and Experience

Strong background in aviation / aerospace environments (CAMO, maintenance, or engineering)
Proven experience in compliance, procedures, and audit activities
In-depth understanding of aviation regulatory requirements and their application
Experience writing clear, structured procedures and documentation
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and engage with stakeholders
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Comfortable working in a highly regulated, process-driven environment
Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies
Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant internal systems
Experience with audit management and regulatory inspections are desirable
Familiarity with CIETP and operating systems (e.g. LH-OS) are desirable
HNC (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline are desirable
If you have a strong background in aviation compliance, audits, and procedures, and want to play a pivotal role in driving regulatory excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

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