Quality Inspection Team Supervisor in Gloucester

Based at our Global Headquarters in Gloucester, UK, Dowty, a GE Aerospace company, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Inspection and Certifying Staff Leader to lead our UK inspection team. The role involves overseeing the inspection and certification processes in compliance with CAA Part 21 regulations and ensuring all manufacturing activities meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of inspectors and certifying staff.
• Utilise LEAN FLIGHT DECK principles and daily management within an inspection environment.
• Promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement, identifying opportunities for improvement projects.
• Provide guidance, training, and support to ensure team members are competent and compliant with regulatory requirements.
• Hire and develop talent, creating succession pathways to ensure business continuity and avoid single‑point failures.
• Ensure all inspection and certification activities comply with Part 21 regulations.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of regulatory changes and implement necessary adjustments to processes and procedures.
• Liaise with and support regulatory authorities, representing the company during internal and external audits and inspections.
• Own root‑cause corrective actions to reduce CoPQ.
• Make autonomous decisions within the cell in line with business targets and framework.

Essential Qualifications And Requirements

• Relevant technical education or degree with experience in Quality or Operations leadership.
• Working knowledge of CAA regulations.
• Working knowledge of AS9100/ISO9001 requirements.
• In‑depth understanding of AS9102.
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Understanding and application of complex technical drawings.
• Experience in business system use and development.
• Understanding of inspection methodologies and techniques.

Desired Characteristics

• Previous experience in an Operations or Quality function within a manufacturing or engineering organisation.
• Experience implementing daily management within an area of operation.
• Customer‑focused and understanding of customer needs.
• Good interpersonal and team skills.
• Demonstrated performance of effective problem‑solving skills.

Flexible Working

GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, recognising the benefits of a positive work‑life balance.

Total Reward

Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, offers freedom, choice, and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, allowing you to tailor your benefits to your individual needs. As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to offer the following default benefits, which can be customised:

• Non‑contributory Pension
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover
• Holiday: hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. If BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, the candidate may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security.

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under UK immigration rules, candidates without the right to work in the UK may not be appointed if a suitably qualified, experienced, and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available.