Supplier Quality

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Joining Collins Aerospace isn't just about finding a job; it's about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defence industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. 

At our Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility in Marston Green, we provide specialist technical support for Electronic Engine Control, Fuel Metering units, Actuators and Pump units widely used in the Aerospace industry.  

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Supplier Quality & Compliance Engineer to join our team.

What You Will Do:

As a Supplier Quality & Compliance Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring supplier performance, regulatory compliance, and product quality across the supply chain. You'll support both compliance oversight and supplier quality initiatives, driving continuous improvement, maintaining certifications, and safeguarding customer satisfaction.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead deployment of quality, compliance, and safety management strategies, ensuring adherence to regulatory, customer, and business requirements.  

• Conduct supplier, internal, and external audits to maintain approvals (e.g., ISO9001, AS9100, AS9110, AS9120, UK CAA/EASA Part 145, FAA).  

• Manage supplier performance using Supplier Scorecards, Maturity Assessments, and Engagement Plans, etc.  

• Flow down business and customer standards into suppliers  

• Support new product introduction, ensuring supplier readiness, product assurance, and compliance with customer specifications.  

• Oversee compliance governance, including data management, reporting, and closure of compliance issues.  

• Host regulatory and customer surveillance visits, managing findings and implementing corrective actions.  

• Conduct root cause investigations and drives corrective/preventive actions using 8D, DAISE and other methodologies.  

• Review and approve release documentation (CofC, FAIR) and support contract reviews.  

• Deliver training on compliance/quality topics and maintain staff competency records. 

• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Procurement, and Suppliers to resolve issues across product development, production and acceptance phases. 

• Develop and report KPIs, perform trend analysis, and lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce risk, eliminate waste, and enhance effectiveness. 

• Due to the nature of this role, you may be required to travel 

What We offer :

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy/sell up to 5 days each year

• A fantastic pension scheme which operates a 2:1 match up to 10%.

• Health & Wellbeing Cash Plan (dental, optical, therapy, chiropody, health screening)

• Free onsite parking

• Private Medical Insurance

• Life Assurance & Group Income Protection scheme participation

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Flexible benefits (including discounted gym memberships)

• Support with professional fees

• Employee discounts

• EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)

• And so much more

What You Will Learn:

• Professional Development: Gain access to company-sponsored certifications and training programs, mentorship and guidance from industry leaders, opportunities to develop your leadership skills by driving exciting high-impact projects and initiatives. Thrive in a culture of continuous learning and innovation, where curiosity is encouraged and supported. 

Education and Experience:

• Degree-qualified in a relevant subject or equivalent industry experience  

• Demonstrable background in supplier quality, compliance, manufacturing, or MRO environments  

• Auditor or Lead Auditor qualification; experience conducting supplier and internal audit.  

• Knowledge of aviation regulations and standards: UK CAA/EASA Part 145, FAA, AS9100, AS9110, AS9120, ISO9001, AS9102, SABRe, AS1300  

• Fuel System / Aero Engine product knowledge and special process auditing experience advantageous  

• Proficient with SAP and Microsoft Office tools  

• Skilled in root cause analysis, corrective action, and continuous improvement  

• Proven stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels  

• Ability to communicate effectively with an extensive range of suppliers and customers to build and maintain relationships, ensuring mutual benefit and long-term success. 

• Problem-solving, decision-making, critical thinking  

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills  

Power & Controls:  

We make modern flight possible for millions of travellers and our military every second.  Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in-flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy.

Join us as we take flight  

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