Quality Inspection Team Supervisor(UK Visa Sponsorship)

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Uk
May 9, 2026
Full Time Permanent
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Job Description

Dowty, part of the global GE Aerospace organisation, is seeking an experienced Inspection & Certifying Staff Leader to lead its UK-based inspection and certification team at its Gloucester headquarters.

This is a senior operational quality leadership role responsible for ensuring that all inspection, certification, and manufacturing assurance activities comply with strict aerospace regulatory requirements, including CAA Part 21 standards.

You will play a key role in maintaining the highest levels of safety, quality, and compliance across manufacturing operations while driving continuous improvement and team capability development.

Role Overview

As Inspection & Certifying Staff Leader, you will lead a team of inspectors and certifying professionals responsible for verifying aerospace components and ensuring full regulatory compliance before release.

You will be accountable for maintaining inspection integrity, improving quality processes, supporting audits, and embedding lean manufacturing principles across inspection operations.

The role combines people leadership, regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement within a highly regulated aerospace manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Development

  • Lead, manage, and develop a team of inspectors and certifying staff
    Build capability through coaching, training, and structured development plans
    Create succession planning strategies to ensure business continuity and resilience
    Foster a strong safety culture and continuous improvement mindset across the team
    Support hiring, onboarding, and long-term talent development

Inspection & Certification Governance

  • Ensure all inspection and certification activities comply with CAA Part 21 regulations
    Maintain compliance with aerospace quality standards such as AS9100 / ISO 9001
    Apply and oversee inspection processes in line with AS9102 first article inspection requirements
    Ensure accurate interpretation of technical drawings and manufacturing specifications
    Maintain awareness of regulatory updates and implement required process changes

Quality, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

  • Promote and implement Lean manufacturing and daily management principles
    Identify opportunities for process improvement and lead improvement initiatives
    Conduct root cause analysis and drive corrective action to reduce Cost of Poor Quality (CoPQ)
    Ensure strong application of inspection methodologies and quality assurance practices
    Support internal and external audits, including engagement with regulatory authorities

Operational Excellence & Decision Making

  • Take ownership of inspection cell performance and operational outcomes
    Make informed decisions aligned with business priorities and regulatory frameworks
    Ensure effective use and development of business systems for inspection control
    Support customer-focused quality delivery and operational efficiency improvements

Required Skills & Experience

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Relevant technical qualification or degree in engineering, quality, or operations
    Experience in a manufacturing, aerospace, or engineering quality environment
    Working knowledge of CAA regulations, especially Part 21
    Strong understanding of AS9100 / ISO 9001 quality systems
    In-depth knowledge of AS9102 inspection standards
    Experience with Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
    Ability to interpret complex technical drawings and specifications
    Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
    Experience using business and quality management systems

Desirable Experience

  • Previous leadership role in operations, quality, or inspection teams
    Experience implementing daily management systems in manufacturing environments
    Strong customer focus with understanding of operational quality expectations
    Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and resolve complex quality issues
    Experience in aerospace or high-integrity regulated industries

Benefits & Employee Package

GE Aerospace offers a flexible and competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ wellbeing and long-term development:

Life assurance and income protection

Security & Eligibility

This role requires Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance. Employment is subject to successful clearance and compliance with UK national security requirements.

Why Join Dowty?

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity within a world-leading aerospace organisation where safety, precision, and quality define everything we do.

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