What's special about us? Safran Helicopter Engines are the world's leading manufacturer of rotorcraft turbines and the only one dedicated exclusively to this market. Our UK facility is the European Maintenance Centre Hub for the SHE Group, performing level 1 to level 3 maintenance and repairs on complex helicopter engine components. Our experienced teams partner with our broad, global customer base, providing both technical expertise and broader support in both the fixed wing and rotary wing markets. What will I be doing? - To provide leadership and support to production in ensuring that supplied products or services meet customer and regulatory quality and safety standards. - This is a supplier facing and interaction function. - Leading QRQC meetings and implementing a "stop at first defect" ethos. - Leading investigations and troubleshooting for product and production issues at the point of error with suppliers - Be the point of contact with supplier and customer quality departments regarding non conformance and quality related questions / issues (this is not supplier compliance / approvals) - Arranging and Leading Material Review Boards to disposition non-conforming products or services regarding supplier delivered products - Arranging and Leading cross-functional teams in applying problem-solving tools (such as 8Ds and RCCA) to address non-conforming products. - Own the Non conformance data and manage NCR's to conclusion - Manage disposition and return to Vendor process - Monitoring and Analysing Non-Conformance data and presenting at Management and supplier review meetings. - Collaborate with the purchasing department and suppliers to develop and implement quality control systems and process/product improvements. - Performing verification and validation activities in support of New Product Introductions, and have oversite and approval of FAI and PPAP processes for purchased parts and services - Process mapping to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant workflows and procedures. - Maintaining Continual Professional Development to keep up with current and developing manufacturing and engineering trends and technologies that concern product quality. - Support supplier performance management, purchasing department and supplier including selection, offload strategies and PPM measures and supplier scorecards Why us? Operating worldwide, Safran Helicopter Engines employ 5,900 people and have more than 2,500 customers in 155 countries, and 22,000 engines in service. Located in Fareham on the South Coast of the UK, we've been a leader in the aerospace market for over 80 years, with a reputation for putting our customers first. Supporting both the civil and military markets, our UK facility is the European Maintenance Centre Hub for the Safran Helicopter Engines Group. As a valued member of our team, these are just a few of the benefits you'll receive: 25 days holiday a year (plus bank holidays) o Additional day for every 10 years' service Flexitime - where you can accrue up to your contractual hours o Option to leave from 12:30 on Friday (role dependant) Hybrid working - on site 3 days per week from home 2 days (role dependant) On site restaurant with daily £1.50 subsidy for lunch Costa coffee on site Generous 7% pension contributions (after 3 months) Health cash back scheme (after probation) Purchase of company shares (after 3 months) Annual bonus of up to 3% Company sick pay Our dedicated Benefits Portal with a range of lifestyle benefits, including life assurance, cycle to work, retail discounts, access to healthcare & wellbeing services) Ample free parking Green scheme o Accrue points for traveling to work by bike, walking, public transport or car share o Once a quarter receive Amazon vouchers for the points (40 points £10) What do you need from me? - Degree or equivalent in an engineering discipline. - English and Maths GCSE grade 9-4 (A-C) - Six Sigma / continuous improvement - Excellent diagnostic/problem-solving skills & ability to perform systematic analysis of written and numeric data. - PC literate and ability to use software tools - Interpretation of Technical Manuals, drawings and Instructions. - Ability to be able to clearly demonstrate achievement of set objectives. - Ability to understand manufacturing processes and technical drawings - Excellent communicator at all levels - Ability to build relationships with internal departments and external supply chain - Some UK travel will be required - Appreciation of FAIR & PPAP processes - SAP / MRP - Relevant qualifications or experience within similar role in an aerospace discipline. - Understanding of airworthiness standards and requirements. - Be able to communicate clearly at all levels within Safran Group and suppliers What's my next step? Please apply via the website and if you have what we are looking for, a member of our talent acquisition team will be in touch. Diversity & Inclusion At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone. We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage you to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experiences relevant to the requirements of this role. We will consider all applicants who meet the minimum requirements regardless of their identity or background. If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation please get in touch for an informal chat. We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible