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Head of Quality (Safran Aerosystems Singapore)

On-siteFull timeLead

Singapore, Singapore · Posted 1 wk. ago

Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance & Oversight

  • Ensure continuous compliance with applicable aviation regulations, including CAAS Part 145, EASA Part 145, FAA Part 145, CAAC 145, CAAM 145, CAAT-145, and other relevant authority requirements.
  • Oversee adherence to all regulatory requirements applicable to Singapore and export jurisdictions.

Quality and Flight Safety Management Systems

  • Lead, maintain, and enhance the Management System in accordance with applicable standards (ISO9001, EN 9100/9110, and Safran/SAO standards).
  • Define and deploy the local quality and Flight Safety policy in alignment with the Aftermarket Division strategy, ensuring operational integration in collaboration with the General Manager.

Audit & Compliance Monitoring

  • Manage the Internal Audit Program and coordinate all external audits, including those conducted by aviation authorities, customers and certification bodies.
  • Plan, conduct, and oversee internal and external audits, ensuring effective tracking and closure of findings and corrective action plans.
  • Monitor compliance performance and ensure continuous readiness for regulatory inspections.

Occurrence Reporting & Investigation

  • Oversee the investigation and analysis of non-conformities, occurrences, and quality events, applying structured methodologies (e.g. root cause analysis).
  • Use behavioral and organizational contributors to error investigations.
  • Ensure timely and accurate reporting to internal stakeholders and aviation authorities in accordance with regulatory requirements (e.g. Occurrence Reports and notifications).

Continuous Improvement

  • Drive operational and quality improvements using Lean methodologies, problem-solving tools, and data-driven analysis.
  • Develop and monitor corrective and preventive action plans, ensuring effective implementation and sustainability.

Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Lead, mentor, and develop the local Quality and Compliance team, fostering competence, engagement, and alignment with Group best practices.
  • Serve as the primary interface between the local organization, regional teams, and divisional leadership in France.
  • Provide regular reporting and performance updates to the General Manager and headquarters, including key quality and compliance indicators.
  • Influencing without authority – ability to challenge production, engineering or leadership where needed.

Safety Management & Culture

  • Promote and embed a strong safety culture across the organization, working in close collaboration with Environment Health and Safety (EHS), Operations, and Logistics teams.
  • Participate in and support crisis management activities, including product recalls, major incidents, and external communications.

External relations

  • Civil aviation authorities (CAAS, EASA, FAA, UK CAA, others), Customers, airlines, OEMs, Suppliers, subcontractors, service providers, etc.

Requirements

  • At least 8 years of experience in Quality or Compliance roles within the aerospace industry (maintenance, support, production, etc.)
  • Degree in Engineering or a related technical field
  • Strong understanding of quality/safety management systems and standards(ISO 9001, EN9100, EN9110, etc.)
  • Good knowledge of Singapore regulations (CAAS) and international regulations (EASA, FAA, etc.). Experience in a Part-145 maintenance environment is essential
  • Management experience, ideally in an international and multicultural environment
  • Strong expertise in maintenance error investigation and structured problem-solving methodologies.
  • Proven auditing capability, demonstrating objectivity, integrity, and attention to detail.
  • Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive decision-making.
  • Core Competencies: Leadership and team management, Decision-making and accountability, Cross-functional collaboration, Strategic thinking and continuous improvement mindset.
  • Interpersonal skills: Highly organized and methodical with strong analytical and synthesis capabilities. Proactive, autonomous, and adaptable in a dynamic operational environment. Strong interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills, with the ability to train and engage stakeholders at all levels. High level of integrity, vigilance, and responsiveness.
  • Proficient with standard office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • Some international travel may be required (France, Southeast Asia, etc.)
Locations
Singapore, Singapore
Timezones
Worldwide
Education
bachelor degree
Experience
8+ years

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