Quality Manager

Sector: Aerospace

Location: Essex

Job Type: Full-time | Permanent

A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quality Manager to join a highly respected, quality-driven organisation operating within a regulated and compliance-critical environment. This is a senior appointment offering genuine ownership of the Quality function and the chance to influence standards, systems, and culture at a strategic level.

This role would suit a quality leader who enjoys accountability, thrives in structured environments, and wants to play a key role in a business where quality underpins long-term success.

The Role

* Full ownership of the Quality Management System aligned to AS9100 and/or AS9120

* Lead internal, external, and customer audits with confidence and authority

* Drive corrective and preventive actions and continuous improvement initiatives

* Act as the senior quality interface for customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders

* Champion a strong quality culture across the organisation

* Provide quality leadership, insight, and reporting to senior management

* Support supplier approvals, performance, and compliance

About You

* Proven experience in a Quality Manager or senior quality leadership role

* In-depth knowledge of AS9100 and/or AS9120 (essential)

* Aerospace experience preferred; strong candidates from other regulated industries welcomed

* Experienced audit lead with excellent stakeholder management skills

* Commercially minded, pragmatic, and solutions-focused

* Confident influencer with the ability to lead by example

What's on Offer

* Competitive salary and benefits package

* Senior, high-impact role with autonomy and influence

* Long-term opportunity within a stable and growing business

* A quality-focused culture that values expertise and leadership

* The chance to shape and lead quality strategy, not just maintain it

Apply

If you are a Quality Manager seeking a senior role where your expertise will be trusted and your impact visible, we'd welcome your application. All applications will be treated in strict confidence