APQP/Process Improvement Specialist at Alten

Derby, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

APQP, PPAP, AS9145, DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, Supplier Development, Quality Assurance, FMEA, MSA, Capability Studies, Excel, Minitab, Six Sigma, AS9100, Aerospace

Industry

Engineering Services

Description

Company Description Are you passionate about engineering? Do you want to make a difference? You could be one of our 54k+ colleagues in over 30 countries working on inspiring projects in the most innovative companies. Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today! Job Description Join ALTEN as we support a globally renowned aerospace programme focused on advanced propulsion technologies. This is a unique opportunity to drive product quality across complex engineering lifecycles. You will lead and embed AS9145 compliant APQP practices from concept through to production—ensuring excellence at every stage of development. Help define the standards for tomorrow’s most innovative aerospace systems. Key Responsibilities Lead APQP deployment across internal and supplier teams, supporting New Product Introduction, design changes, and major process updates Develop and manage APQP plans including gate reviews, milestones, and compliance deliverables in line with AS9145 and customer requirements Support or lead the creation and submission of PPAP documentation, ensuring accuracy and traceability Conduct DFMEA and PFMEA sessions, support Control Plan development, and drive early risk identification and mitigation strategies Collaborate closely with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and quality teams to embed quality throughout the product lifecycle Coach suppliers on APQP and PPAP expectations, facilitating readiness reviews and supporting right-first-time quality culture Track progress through APQP metrics and dashboards, presenting findings to key stakeholders across internal and external reviews Promote continuous improvement, support lessons learned workshops, and contribute to internal capability development in APQP methodology You are... Passionate about engineering result-oriented proactive Qualifications Skills and Experience Required Degree-qualified in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Quality (or equivalent industrial experience) Proven expertise in APQP and PPAP activities within an aerospace or regulated manufacturing environment Strong working knowledge of AS9145, plus familiarity with AS9100, AS9102, and supporting standards Hands-on experience using FMEA, MSA, Control Plans, and Capability Studies Experience managing or supporting supplier development and quality assurance Proficient with APIS IQ, Excel, Minitab, or similar planning and analysis tools Desirable Qualifications Six Sigma Green or Black Belt AS9100 Internal Auditor certification Familiarity with aerospace OEM quality systems such as SABRe, APQP or NADCAP Background in product design, manufacturing quality, or process engineering Additional Information Why join us? We foster a community of dually talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling us to develop solutions most efficiently. Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering, and we continuously strive for accelerated transformation and continuous improvement. Through ALTEN labs, mentoring programs, internal universities, and more, we are always pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities. We offer incredible opportunities to join inspiring projects in the most innovative companies. We prioritise your career development with personalised support plans tailored to your own aspirations. We're here to empower you and help you reach your full potential. Join our passionate team and start building tomorrow, today! In short you get: A personalised career path and a rewarding management style A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with Premium Customers A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries A competitive salary Private Medical Insurance Pension Scheme Cycle-to-work Scheme among many additional benefits Social atmosphere, regular gatherings, and team buildings Flexible way of working (role dependent)

Responsibilities

Lead APQP deployment across internal and supplier teams, ensuring compliance with AS9145 and customer requirements. Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams to promote product quality throughout the lifecycle.