Quality Improvement Lead​/Manager

Job Description

Salary £60k - £75k - Lead level
Salary £75k - £88k
- Manager level

Are you an innovative and adaptable Quality professional with a passion for problem solving and improvement? At Leonardo we have an exciting opportunity for a Quality Improvement Lead to work on our GCAP Electronics Evolution Consortium (G2E) at our Reading site. G2E brings together four world leading defence electronics champions from three nations (Italy, UK and Japan) as a single strategic enabling partner with one vision to deliver the Integrated Sensors And Non Kinetic Effects and Integrated Communications Systems (ISANKE &ICS) that will make the GCAP next generation fighter jet, a sensor powerhouse.

As Quality Improvement Lead you will be a UK representative for the G2E Domain Quality Management Office (DQMO), working under the Quality Director to drive improvement activities. As part of an international consortium it is expected that this role will involve travel internationally as well as nationally between Leonardo UK sites. It is also likely that the role will start at our Luton site and subsequently move to Reading, dependent on timelines.

• Implement process improvements and manage data to monitor quality performances and KPIs.
• Integrate advanced technologies (e.g. AI, cybersecurity, cloud computing, IoT) to enhance quality monitoring.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Implement tools to support the five phases Planning, Product Design and Development, Process Design and Development, Product and Process Validation, and On going Production, Use, and Post delivery Service.
• Support internal departments in the application of these tools by providing training, resources, and guidance on the tool principles and practices.
• Co-ordinate with the international partners to ensure their supply chain support these tools to ensure they meet quality standards and requirements.
• Conduct audits and assessments to verify compliance with those tools and processes.
• Facilitate effective communication between G2E and Partner teams to ensure alignment on quality expectations and deliverables.

• A degree in a STEM or business related topic
• Experience of working in a quality or business improvement role
• An understanding of ISO 9001
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Evidence of good collaboration skills and cross geographic working, to reach agreements and form partnerships

• AS 9100 series of standard (incl AS9145)
• Agile Development Frameworks (e.g. SCRUM)
• Quality Management software and tools
• Lean Six Sigma Principles

This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.

This role will require National Security Vetting to SC level. It is a requirement that the successful applicant will undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance. A range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) will apply, this will include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work life balance. Whether you’re looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.

• Time to Recharge:
  Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi days each year.
• Secure your Future:
  Benefit from our award winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Wellbeing Matters:
  Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
• Rewarding Performance:
  All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
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