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Summary<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span><\/h4>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 <\/span><\/span>Design Assurance Systems Consultant<\/span><\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/span><\/span>to play a pivotal role in driving transformation across a high -performing business area.<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/span><\/span><\/div>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.<\/span><\/span><\/div> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div>The role is nominally based in the South West of England with flexible and remote working options depending on business needs.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span>Requirements<\/h3>Key Responsibilities<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span><\/h4>Lead transformation initiatives to enhance organisational structures, systems, and governance frameworks<\/span><\/span><\/li>Design and implement improvements to Design Assurance Systems and associated processes<\/span><\/span><\/li>Drive compliance and embed a strong safety culture across teams<\/span><\/span><\/li>Collaborate with design, training, operations, and executive stakeholders to deliver change<\/span><\/span><\/li>Develop and introduce new ways of working, from concept through to implementation<\/span><\/span><\/li>Apply structured, project -led approaches to deliver complex change programmes<\/span><\/span><\/li>Facilitate stakeholder engagement, ensuring buy -in and long -term adoption<\/span><\/span><\/li>Provide coaching and leadership to support teams through transformation<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>Skills and Experience<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span><\/h4>Knowledge & Experience<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span><\/div>Strong background in design and compliance within a regulated engineering environment<\/span><\/span><\/li>Proven experience working within a Part 21J framework or equivalent<\/span><\/span><\/li>Deep understanding of:<\/span><\/span><\/div>Design lifecycles and stage gates<\/span><\/span><\/li>Design Assurance Systems<\/span><\/span><\/li>Governance, documentation, and record keeping<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/li>Demonstrated success in implementing new systems, processes, and compliance frameworks<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>Approach<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span><\/div>Structured and methodical mindset with strong project delivery capabilities<\/span><\/span><\/li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders<\/span><\/span><\/li>Effective leadership and facilitation skills, with a focus on bringing people along the journey<\/span><\/span><\/li>Ability to manage complexity and multiple priorities<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>Mindset<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span><\/div>Passion for continuous improvement and organisational change<\/span><\/span><\/li>Proactive, pragmatic, and solutions -focused<\/span><\/span><\/li>Strong work ethic with a drive to deliver results<\/span><\/span><\/li>Adaptable and able to tailor expertise to specific organisational contexts<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/span>Benefits<\/h3>Package & Benefits<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span><\/h4>Competitive salary<\/span><\/span><\/li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)<\/span><\/span><\/li>Private healthcare for you and your family<\/span><\/span><\/li>Pension scheme with up to 6% employer match<\/span><\/span><\/li>Life assurance (up to 3x annual salary)<\/span><\/span><\/li>Flexible benefits package (including holiday purchase, dental cover, cycle scheme, retail discounts)<\/span><\/span><\/li>Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits<\/span><\/span><\/li>Enhanced company sick pay<\/span><\/span><\/li>Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support)<\/span><\/span><\/li>Individual learning and development plans<\/span><\/span><\/li>Mental health support platform access (plus partner access)<\/span><\/span><\/li>Eye care support for DSE users<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/span>