About this role
A leading aerospace organisation is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Quality Manager (SCQM) to join our team in Belfast to strengthen and elevate supplier performance across a complex, fast‑moving global supply chain. This is a pivotal role for someone who thrives on driving quality excellence, ensuring supplier compliance, and supporting the delivery of world‑class aerospace products.
You’ll be the key interface between internal quality teams and an international supplier base, ensuring that all purchased components meet stringent industry, regulatory, and customer requirements.
Location: BelfastOn Site: Full onsite presenceClearance: Not required Experience Level: Senior Key Responsibilities:
Lead supplier quality assurance activities across the full product lifecycleManage supplier audits, surveillance, and performance improvement plansDrive root cause analysis and implement robust corrective and preventive actionsSupport industrialisation, first article inspection (FAI), and conformity processesEnsure suppliers meet aerospace quality standards (AS9100, EN9100, NADCAP, etc.)Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and operations to resolve supply chain issuesMonitor KPIs and develop strategies to enhance supplier capability and maturityChampion continuous improvement across the supply base Required Skills:
Proven experience in aerospace supply chain quality managementStrong understanding of aerospace manufacturing processes, quality systems, and regulatory frameworksAbility to interpret engineering drawings and technical specificationsExcellent communication skills and the confidence to challenge and influence suppliersA proactive, solutions‑focused mindset with a passion for quality excellenceRequired Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.Desirable Skills:
Experience managing complex, multi‑tier supply chains within a regulated engineering environmentStrong auditing capability including supplier surveillance, process audits, and special process oversightAbility to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing documentation Why join us?
We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.
At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.
Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.
In short you get:
A personalised career path and a rewarding management style A huge diversity of engineering projects and industriesPrivate Medical InsuranceCycle & Tech Scheme Employee assistance programmeLife insurance & Pension SchemeSocial atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildingsFlexible way of working (role dependent)We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.
This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.