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Job Description

GOOSE are working in partnership with an aviation manufacturing company who are looking for a Head of Quality to join their team in Germany. This is fantastic opportunity to join a growing business and to take innovative aircraft from prototype to full scale production. 

Key responsibilities:
  • Overseeing the quality management department
  • Working towards obtaining manufacturing accreditations and regulatory approval
  • Development and management of the QMS
  • Strategic presentation of auditing, KPI's and improvement programs
  • Supplier management
  • Training of team members
  • Monitoring quality performance and drive continuous improvement
  • Liaise with internal departments
Skills and background required:
  • Aerospace / Aircraft manufacturing quality management experience
  • Experience in DOA and auditing to these standards
  • Proven quality management experience with particular reference to continuous improvement
  • Knowledge of cause-and-effect analysis and problem-solving methods (5 Why analysis, 8D reports, herringbone/Ishikawa diagrams), decision-making methods (Pareto analysis) and risk analysis (FMEA, 5×5)
  • Fluent German and a good level of English
  • Degree level education in a relevant subject is preferred  
Features and benefits:
  • Career development opportunities
  • The opportunity to work for a fast growing and innovative aviation company
  • Competitive salary 
  • Flexible working time and potential for hybrid working options
  • Canteen subsidies
  • Plus other benefits