Supplier Quality & Compliance Coordinator - Development Opportunity

Date Posted:

2026-09-23

 Country:

United Kingdom

 Location:

Birmingham, Birmingham

 Position Role Type:

Onsite

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defence company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can.

Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defence industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defence.

Role Overview

This is an exciting development opportunity for someone looking to build a career in supplier quality, compliance and aerospace.

You don't need to be an expert in aerospace standards or regulations. We are looking for someone with a foundation in quality, compliance, manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, MRO or a related environment, combined with the curiosity, attention to detail and enthusiasm to develop their knowledge within a highly regulated industry.

Working alongside experienced quality, engineering and supply chain professionals, you will gain practical experience across supplier quality management, auditing, aerospace regulations, compliance governance, problem-solving and continuous improvement.

You will be supported through training, mentoring and hands-on development as you build your capability and take on increasing responsibility.

As a Supplier Quality & Compliance Coordinator, you will support activities that help ensure supplier performance, regulatory compliance and product quality across the supply chain. This is a broad development role, providing exposure to both supplier quality and compliance activities.

What You Will Learn:

• Develop your knowledge of aerospace quality standards, regulatory requirements, and supplier quality management through hands-on experience and mentoring from experienced team members.
• Build capability in auditing, problem-solving, compliance governance, and supplier performance management while contributing to business-critical activities.
• Develop an understanding of how quality and regulatory requirements are applied across the aerospace supply chain.
• Gain experience working with suppliers and cross-functional teams to resolve quality and compliance issues.
• Develop your knowledge of continuous improvement, corrective action and risk management methodologies.

What You Will Do

• Support the deployment of quality, compliance, and safety management strategies, ensuring adherence to regulatory, customer, and business requirements.
• Support supplier, internal, and external audits to maintain relevant approvals, including ISO9001, AS9100, AS9110, AS9120, UK CAA/EASA Part 145, and FAA requirements.
• Support supplier performance management through Supplier Scorecards, Maturity Assessments, and Engagement Plans.
• Assist in flowing down business and customer standards to suppliers, ensuring alignment with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Support new product introduction activities by assessing supplier readiness, product assurance, and compliance with customer specifications.
• Assist with compliance governance activities, including data management, reporting, and tracking the closure of compliance issues.
• Participate in regulatory and customer surveillance visits, supporting the management of findings and implementation of corrective actions.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective and preventive actions using 8D, DAISE, and other problem-solving methodologies.
• Support the review of release documentation, including Form 1 Certificates, Certificates of Conformance (CoC) and First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR), and support contract reviews.
• Support the delivery of compliance and quality training and maintain staff competency and training records.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Procurement, and Suppliers to resolve quality and compliance issues throughout product development, production, and acceptance phases.
• Monitor and report KPIs, perform trend analysis, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing risk, eliminating waste, and improving operational effectiveness.

Experience / Skills You Must Have:

• A relevant qualification or practical experience in quality, compliance, manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, MRO or a related discipline.
• Some experience working within a structured, regulated or process-driven environment.
• An understanding of quality management principles and an interest in developing knowledge of auditing and compliance.
• Experience using SAP and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent attention to detail and a willingness to learn and develop in a regulated environment
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, suppliers and other stakeholders.

You do not need previous aerospace experience or detailed knowledge of aerospace regulations to apply. Training and development will be provided.

Experience / Skills We Prefer:

• Awareness of material control including stock locations and material movements.
• Experience supporting supplier or internal audits.
• Knowledge of aerospace, fuel systems, aero engines or special processes.
• Experience with root cause analysis, problem-solving, corrective action or continuous improvement.
• Familiarity with quality management systems or standards such as ISO 9001 or AS9100.
• Experience using Power BI or Tableau
• The ability to communicate effectively with suppliers and customers across different cultures

Why This Role?

Whether you are already working in quality, compliance, manufacturing, or supply chain and are looking to broaden your experience, or you are ready to take the next step in your professional development, this role provides an excellent opportunity to build a career within aerospace quality and compliance.

You will gain exposure to supplier quality management, aerospace regulations, auditing, compliance governance, problem solving and continuous improvement, while working alongside experienced professionals in a global aerospace organisation.

We are committed to supporting your development through structured training, mentoring and hands on experience, helping you build your expertise and take on increasing responsibility as your career progresses.

We offer a generous total reward package including:

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Free on site car parking
• Annual bonus scheme
• Free private medical insurance
• Comprehensive induction/Development programme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Reward & Recognition schemes
• up to 10% pension contributions
• 4 X Life Assurance and much more

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

This position is classified as

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.]

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

This position may involve access to export-controlled information and hardware where an export license would be required for compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Employment will be subject to satisfactory security checks, export license approval, an