Quality Management Lead (Permanent) in Belfast

Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Supplier Quality Leader Are you an inquisitive individual that has a passion for Quality Assurance? Thales UK has an exciting opportunity for a Supplier Quality Leader to join our Integrated Airspace Protection Systems UK (IAS) team. As a Supplier Quality Leader (SuQL), you will be a trusted partner to our Procurement community. You’ll work closely with colleagues across the business to uplift supplier quality performance, encourage shared learning, and support thoughtful, long‑term improvements from supplier selection through to ongoing evaluation. A supportive hybrid working pattern between our Belfast site and home The chance to represent the voice of the customer and help shape positive outcomes Providing quality insight during supplier selection to help teams make confident, informed decisions. Working collaboratively to reduce internal non‑quality issues and strengthen processes. Enhancing supplier quality monitoring through partnership and continuous improvement. Engaging with Procurement leadership to align on shared goals and transformation plans. Leading Supplier Quality Improvement Plans (SQIP) and communicating progress with clarity and transparency. Offering regular training and guidance to QAMs, sharing best practices and lessons learned. Helping teams deepen their root‑cause analysis capability and improve Cost of Non‑Quality understanding. Coordinating supplier audit plans with a focus on constructive feedback and long‑term relationships. You enjoy working collaboratively and building trust across diverse teams. You’ll also bring strengths in data analysis, problem‑solving, project management, and organisational planning. You understand how to balance risks and opportunities with empathy and sound judgement, and you’re confident navigating auditing in supply chain, industrial operations, logistics, and manufacturing environments. Performance-related bonus (grade dependent) ~ 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with opportunity to buy up to 40 hours/year (pro rata) ~Private healthcare (grade dependent) ~ Pension scheme ~ Life cover ~24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app ~ Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers ~ Gym membership discounts Security Clearance Requirement: This role requires Security Clearance (SC). In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years’ residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance: . Thales is an equal opportunities employer and diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales.