Lockheed Martin
Process and Compliance Lead
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Process and Compliance Lead
QA/Test and Inspection
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 plus excellent Benefits
Working Pattern: Permanent, 37.5 hours per week | 4 day working week Monday to Thursday
Location: Ampthill
About the Role
Support the successful AS9100 Rev D recertification programme by assessing Quality Management System (QMS) compliance, identifying gaps, and driving corrective actions. The role will ensure audit readiness, maintain regulatory compliance, and promote continuous improvement across engineering and manufacturing operations within a defence environment.
Key Responsibilities
Quality Management & Compliance
- Conduct gap analyses against AS9100 Rev D requirements.
- Identify compliance risks and recommend corrective actions.
- Ensure quality documentation, processes, and records meet regulatory and business standards.
Audit Planning & Delivery
- Develop and execute internal audit plans covering product, process, and management systems.
- Conduct audits through documentation reviews, interviews, and operational assessments.
- Produce clear audit reports and track actions through to completion.
Non-Conformance & Corrective Action Management
- Manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and associated investigations.
- Lead root cause analysis activities and implement effective CAPAs.
- Verify the effectiveness and timely closure of corrective actions.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Collaborate with process owners and operational teams to resolve audit findings.
- Provide expert guidance on quality standards and compliance requirements.
- Support the implementation of process and quality improvements.
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Audit Readiness & Continuous Improvement
- Monitor progress against audit readiness plans and report status to management.
- Support external audits and certification activities.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality performance and operational effectiveness.
Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience
- Strong working knowledge of AS9100 Revision D.
- Certified Lead Auditor with experience in a regulated manufacturing or engineering environment.
- Proven experience in:
- Internal and external auditing.
- Quality Management Systems (QMS).
- Root Cause Analysis and CAPA methodologies.
- Non-Conformance Management.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Lean and/or Six Sigma certification.
- Experience within the aerospace, defence, or complex engineering sectors.
- Previous involvement in AS9100 certification or recertification programmes.
Business Environment
Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers. It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers. We are looking for talented individuals to join the company, in return we offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon-Thurs) and flexible working arrangements.
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Equal Opportunity Statement
Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact recruitment@global.lmco.com.
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