JIO Committee Lead, Safety , Quality, Security

Description

• Chair regular cross-consortium QSS and Safety Reviews and report progress, KPIs, and technical status to senior leadership.
• Lead security compliance for all data, hardware, software, and intellectual property across the programme.
• Ensure that all deliverables align with project milestones, contract requirements, and QSS objectives.
• Ensure compliance with safety integrity levels (e.g. SIL, ASIL), validating risk mitigations and safety case readiness.
• Lead hazard assessments (HAZOP, HAZID, FTA, FMEA) and manage safety risks across mechanical, electrical, and software systems.
• Act as the QSS Subject Matter Expert (SME), ensuring full compliance with SSQAC, AQAP 2110, AQAP 2105, and all NATO/contractual quality standards.
• Implement MoD-aligned information classification (Sensitive, Official Sensitive, Official Sensitive – NNPPI).
• Promote continuous improvement and cross-consortium sharing of QSS best practices.
• Execute and validate PPAP deliverables, including:
• Drive supplier quality readiness, functional audits, and effective CAPA (Corrective & Preventive Action) planning.
• Lead all APQP Phase Gate Reviews (Phases 01–05) and champion the Zero-Defect Mindset across design, validation, and delivery.
• Deliver mission-critical defence technology with direct impact on national capability.
• Take ownership of product functional safety, zero-defect initiatives, and security governance across a £multi-million project.
• Ensure secure data handling, export control compliance, and training for all partners.
• Act as the Functional Safety SME, embedding safety into every stage of design, validation, and testing.
• Be the primary interface with consortium partners, supply chain, and MoD customers on all QSS matters.
• Validate safety requirements within DFMEA/PFMEA, and define safety acceptance criteria for prototypes and production units.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture across all stakeholders.
• Collaborate with leading engineering, MoD, and defence partners on a UK Eyes Only programme.
• Define and monitor Functional Safety KPIs, such as failure rates and fault detection coverage.
• Deploy APQP Core Tools across suppliers and partners, including DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, and SPC.
• Conduct internal and supplier security audits and gap analyses.

Requirements

• Functional safety validation, SIL/ASIL standards, and safety case management
• Analytical problem-solver with practical experience in failure mode analysis and defect prevention.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication, including government and MoD interfaces.
• AQAP 2110, AQAP 2105, and SSQAC requirements
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical discipline.
• Lean/Six Sigma mindset for continuous improvement and process optimisation.
• 5–10 years of leadership experience in Quality, Safety, and Security within defence, aerospace, or regulated industrial sectors.
• Eligible for or already hold SC-level (Security Check) clearance.
• Proven expertise in:
• MSA (Gauge R&R), SPC, Cp/Cpk Studies
• UK National (due to UK Eyes Only programme requirements).
• Strong leadership in embedding safety and quality into product design and operational execution.
• Security and compliance acumen, including classified data and export control management.

Benefits

• Hybrid/flexible work model (where applicable)
• Generous 10% employer pension contribution
• Customisable flexible benefits package
• Employer-funded private health insurance, income protection, and life assurance
• 26 days annual leave + bank holidays

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance