Quality Team Leader - Inspection (Pipe / Mechanical)

Job Description - Quality Team Leader - Inspection (Pipe / Mechanical) (00138002) Job Description Quality Team Leader - Inspection (Pipe / Mechanical) - 00138002 This vacancy is not currently eligible for the UK Employee Referral Scheme. Description Job Title: Quality Team Leader – Pipe/Mechanical Location: Barrow-In-Furness - Onsite Grade: S4 You’re expected to have completed 12 months in role prior to applying for an advertised vacancy and you should also discuss the internal opportunity with your line manager to ensure sustained business continuity and to further support your career development. We know there may be exceptional individual circumstances that impact this, in the first instance please discuss this with your line manager . If you don’t feel you can talk to your line manager , you can contact your HRBP. PLEASE NOTE: Should you be invited for interview; you acknowledge that the Recruitment team will contact you and your line manager regarding your application for this opportunity. What you will be doing: As a Quality Team Leader , you will lead and develop a team delivering Quality activities across the Dreadnought and Astute programmes. Working within the Pipe/Mechanical domain, you will oversee product inspections, support Continuous Improvement and ensure delivery against key safety, quality and programme objectives . Core duties: Lead and develop a Quality team delivering agreed scopes across the Dreadnought and Astute programmes, meeting safety, quality, cost, delivery, people and schedule objectives Supervise product inspections during build, ensuring compliance with Inspection and Test Plans, specifications, procedures and contractual requirements Deliver complex Quality activities and manage actions through to effective completion and verification Coach and mentor junior Quality team members, supporting capability development and effective use of relevant Quality technology and tools Support the development, implementation and improvement of Quality processes, Inspection and Test Plans and governance arrangements Lead and facilitate Continuous Improvement, working cross-functionally to drive a right first-time culture and support product safety and export requirements where applicable Essential Skills: Relevant Quality experience, with practical knowledge of ISO 9001/EN9100 and end-to-end Quality Inspection and Acceptance requirements Working knowledge of Management Systems, including policies, procedures, workmanship standards, risk assessments and processes, with an understanding of LCM, Business Management Systems, Operational Framework and Operational Assurance Knowledge and experience of product safety, Programme Inspection and Test Plans, and their implementation within a regulated engineering or manufacturing environment Experience establishing and implementing business processes, including testing, validation and assessment of impacts, with the ability to interpret technical specifications, procedures, standards and contractual requirements Demonstrated ability to coordinate, facilitate, and influence large teams to deliver Continuous Improvement, with excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills Knowledge of export requirements such as ITAR, effective action management and verification, and the ability to use and train others in relevant Quality technology and tools The Dreadnought Quality Outfit (Pipe/Mechanical) Team: Join a team supporting the Dreadnought project, where you will lead Quality professionals within the Pipe/Mechanical domain and help drive a right first-time culture. You will work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders across the organisation, while coaching and mentoring others, leading Continuous Improvement activity and contributing to the development of Quality processes and standards. This is an opportunity to make a visible impact on product quality while developing your leadership and Quality career in a supportive environment. Relocation support packages are available across Submarines roles, subject to eligibility criteria. A place where everyone can thrive: We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people and encourage discussion of reasonable adjustments where needed. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people, who are BAE Systems employees and have been in their current role for 12 months or longer. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Applicants must meet Baseline Personnel Security Standard, and many roles require higher levels of National Security Vetting, including 5–10 years continuous UK residency depending on the role . Why BAE Systems? Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. Lifelong learning, meaningful work, and a supportive culture enable you to grow with confidence . You’ll be recognised for your contribution and supported with rewards that matter most to you. Job Quality Primary Location Barrow-in-Furness Organisation Maritime & Land Sector (GSF) Closing Date 22/Sep/26, 10:59:00 PM Want to make a referral but can’t find a suitable role? We are currently accepting speculative referrals for specific skillsets (roles based in the UK). Click here to find out more. All Privacy rights will be protected. 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