The organisation supports the development and delivery of highly reliable, precision-driven solutions used in demanding and regulated environments. Role Overview You will take ownership of the quality management system and drive a culture of continuous improvement across engineering, production, and project teams. This role requires a hands-on leader with strong experience in regulated, high-reliability industries, capable of ensuring compliance while enabling efficient delivery. Key Responsibilities Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) Ensure compliance with applicable standards (ISO, industry-specific, customer requirements) Lead internal and external audits, including customer and regulatory audits Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the business Oversee quality assurance processes across the full product lifecycle Manage non-conformances, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) Work closely with engineering, production, and project teams to ensure quality alignment Lead and develop the quality team Requirements Proven experience as a Quality Assurance Manager or senior quality professional in a high-tech or engineering environment Strong knowledge of QMS frameworks (e.g., ISO 9001 or similar) Experience in regulated industries such as defence, aerospace, or advanced manufacturing Demonstrated ability to lead audits and engage with external stakeholders Experience working in comparable organisations is highly advantageous Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills High attention to detail with a process-driven mindset Preferred Background in electronics, engineering, or manufacturing environments Experience with supplier quality and supply chain quality processes Familiarity with defence or aerospace standards and compliance requirements Experience implementing or improving QMS systems in growing organisations Why Apply? Join a forward-thinking, engineering-led organisation Play a key role in shaping and enhancing quality systems Work on complex, high-impact technology projects Opportunity to influence business-wide processes and standards