At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead transformation initiatives and optimise design assurance systems in a dynamic aerospace environment.
- Company: Join a growing organisation in the aerospace and training sector, making a real impact.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible working, private healthcare, and generous leave.
- Other info: Flexible remote work options available, with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of organisational change and safety culture in a high-performing team.
- Qualifications: Experience in design compliance and project delivery within regulated environments is essential.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
White Raven Resourcing Ltd are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to permanent and fixed term contract recruitment services.
Our client is an established and growing organisation operating within the aerospace and training sector, delivering critical services across the UK. They are seeking a Design Assurance Systems Consultant to play a pivotal role in driving transformation across a high-performing business area.
This position offers the opportunity to work in a flexible, dynamic environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimise systems, processes, and organisational structures. You will have a direct and measurable impact on compliance, safety culture, and operational effectiveness.
The role is nominally based in the South West of England with flexible and remote working options depending on business needs.
Key Responsibilities- Lead transformation initiatives to enhance organisational structures, systems, and governance frameworks
- Design and implement improvements to Design Assurance Systems and associated processes
- Drive compliance and embed a strong safety culture across teams
- Collaborate with design, training, operations, and executive stakeholders to deliver change
- Develop and introduce new ways of working, from concept through to implementation
- Apply structured, project-led approaches to deliver complex change programmes
- Facilitate stakeholder engagement, ensuring buy-in and long-term adoption
- Provide coaching and leadership to support teams through transformation
- Strong background in design and compliance within a regulated engineering environment
- Proven experience working within a Part 21J framework or equivalent
- Deep understanding of:
- Design lifecycles and stage gates
- Design Assurance Systems
- Governance, documentation, and record keeping
- Demonstrated success in implementing new systems, processes, and compliance frameworks
- Structured and methodical mindset with strong project delivery capabilities
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders
- Effective leadership and facilitation skills, with a focus on bringing people along the journey
- Ability to manage complexity and multiple priorities
- Passion for continuous improvement and organisational change
- Proactive, pragmatic, and solutions-focused
- Strong work ethic with a drive to deliver results
- Adaptable and able to tailor expertise to specific organisational contexts
- Competitive salary
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
- Private healthcare for you and your family
- Pension scheme with up to 6% employer match
- Life assurance (up to 3x annual salary)
- Flexible benefits package (including holiday purchase, dental cover, cycle scheme, retail discounts)
- Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
- Enhanced company sick pay
- Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support)
- Individual learning and development plans
- Mental health support platform access (plus partner access)
- Eye care support for DSE users
Design Assurance System Consultant in Bristol employer: White Raven Resourcing
As a leading player in the insurance sector, our company offers an exceptional work environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. With a strong focus on employee development, we provide ample opportunities for growth and advancement, alongside a competitive salary package of up to £90,000. Our supportive culture encourages teamwork and empowers you to make impactful decisions that drive our underwriting strategy forward.
