Industrial Placement - Compliance Engineer

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Location:

Goodrich Control Systems, The Radleys, Marston Green, Birmingham, B33 0HZ

Date Posted:

Country:
United Kingdom

Position:
Industrial Placement - Compliance Engineer (Repair & Overhaul) – 12‑month placement commencing July 2026. Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

• Work hands‑on with the MRO team to enhance operational performance and support repair activities.
• Champion quality across the organisation by supporting the implementation of effective policies and procedures.
• Represent the business during customer interactions, building trust and confidence in the quality of products and services.
• Support internal and external audits, contributing to regulatory compliance and continuous process excellence.
• Help develop the Part 145 Safety Management System, tracking key performance indicators and creating reports for leadership.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives, driving smarter, safer, and more efficient operational processes.
• Participate in investigations, supporting root‑cause analysis and the development and validation of corrective actions.
• Monitor production and business unit performance, using data analytics to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Build competency in ERP, organisational, regulatory, and supplier systems, including ETQ.
• Communicate clearly and confidently across all levels of the organisation on quality‑related matters.
• Support the introduction of new products, ensuring quality expectations are understood and met from day one.
• Represent the business professionally in customer and supplier engagements, promoting confidence and constructive collaboration.
• Participate in STEM events as an ambassador for the business, inspiring future generations.
• Occasional travel to gain exposure to suppliers, customers, and global operations.

• Gain hands‑on experience with real engineering processes and quality systems.
• Build professional confidence through customer and supplier interactions.
• Work on meaningful improvement projects that make a visible impact.
• Develop a strong foundation in audits, safety systems, compliance, and continuous improvement—skills that are highly valued across engineering industries.
• Collaborate with experts and mentors who want to help you grow.

This Industrial Placement opportunity is ideally suited to you if you are passionate about problem‑solving, quality, and making things work. You will be studying towards a relevant degree in Engineering, Quality, or another relevant technical discipline and be available to complete a 12‑month placement starting in the Summer of 2026. You will be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

We will delight in training and supporting you during your placement which means you need to be a willing learner and committed to achieving both business and personal results whilst working as part of a team.

In return we offer a benefits package which includes a competitive base salary as well as 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. In addition, there is an Employee Assistance Programme, ability to buy and sell holidays, employee discounts, a fantastic pension scheme, discounted gym membership and much, much more.

Our Marston Green facility forms part the Power & Controls business where we make modern flight possible for millions of travellers and our military every second. Our major product lines are on‑board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best‑in‑class experience to our customers.

We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy.

Applications for this position will close on 11 January 2026. Please note that candidates may not be contacted until after the closing date.

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.