Quality Manager - Process Assurance Systems Development

Quality Manager – Process Assurance (Systems Development)
Bristol (hybrid)
£30 per hour + overtime
initially 6 months
1-stage interview (virtual/F2F)
Mon-Fri (flexible working hours)

Advantage Resourcing is working in partnership with a leading aerospace organisation seeking a Quality Manager – Process Assurance with strong knowledge in systems engineering, auditing/surveillance, and verification & validation (V&V) practices. This role will be instrumental in ensuring that engineering planning and execution align with defined process standards throughout the system development lifecycle.

What will you be doing?

• Support and advise project and design teams on process assurance across systems development.
• Liaise with project managers to review planning activities and ensure quality is embedded at every stage.
• Evaluate the applicability and effectiveness of verification and validation (V&V) results.
• Conduct structured quality checks and surveillance activities.
• Compile and maintain accurate process assurance documentation.
• Perform audits and ensure compliance with aerospace quality standards such as AS/EN 9100.
• Engage with senior stakeholders to communicate quality-related feedback and improvements effectively.

A couple of things you should know:

• Strong working knowledge of systems engineering principles is essential.
• Hands-on experience in auditing, surveillance, and performing V&V assessments.
• Exposure to standards such as ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288 and AS/EN 9100 is highly desirable.
• A background in aerospace or aviation is desirable.
• Must be confident in interacting with senior stakeholders and contributing to project assurance at a high level.
• Experience compiling quality documentation and performing structured reviews.

During an interview, you may be asked about:

• Your experience with system-level quality assurance.
• Familiarity with standards and systems engineering models.
• How you’ve supported project planning and design feedback loops.

Sounds like you? Apply now or WhatsApp/ring Lukas - /

Working with Certain Advantage
We go the extra mile to match top talent with the right opportunities. Whether you're looking to make a big impact or take the next step in your career, we’re here to support you. We work with businesses across the UK in Engineering, IT, Finance, and Marketing. If this role isn’t for you, visit certainadvantage.co.uk to sign up for job alerts and career advice.