Package: Competitive Salary + Benefits

Role ID: SF19809

Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Operations & Continuous Improvement Coordinator at our Boscombe Down site, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.

The Role
As an Operations & Continuous Improvement Coordinator you will support the Deputy Head of AEC and the AEC Group Lead on the management of all operational aspects of the Aviation Engineering Centre (AEC).

Day-to-day, you’ll support the management of performance metrics and reviews, communications, facility management, competency management and generic AEC risk assessments. The position administrates the Aerospace Quality Management manual in collaboration with the Quality Function, supporting the adoption of this framework to understand AEC performance. Additionally, leading positive change through the AEC in collaboration with the AEC Leadership community, by virtue of managing a programme of Continuous Improvement.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the delivery of a Programme of Continuous Improvement activities as agreed with the Head/Deputy Head of AEC and AEC Group Lead
• Maintaining a rolling monthly status of AEC performance against Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and metrics
• Generation of the monthly AEC Performance Review pack, supporting the Deputy Head of AEC in the presentation of the pack at the Air Business, Senior Management Reviews
• Maintenance of AEC management databases in collaboration with the AEC Group Lead and Deputy Head of AEC
• Supporting the Head of AEC in the maintenance of the AEC 3-Year Strategic Plan, contributing to the AECs strategic future goals and ensuring Continuous Improvement activities and budgets are fully aligned and followed through

Essential experience of the Operations & Continuous Improvement Coordinator:

• Leading tasks to support the implementation of change programmes and the continuous improvement of process, ways of working, and ultimately culture, in the pursuit of improved, efficiency, on-time delivery and customer delight
• A working understanding and knowledge of ‘lean’ methodologies, engineering project lifecycles and configurations management
• A high degree of computer literacy, including the use of finance tools, databases, and proficiency in the use of Microsoft products, including the more advanced aspects of Excel such Functions and Pivot Tables
• Recognised as being highly organised with previous experience and responsibility for producing operational assets and leading continuous Improvement activities within a high tech, regulated environment
• A ‘can do’ attitude that supports a thriving environment delivering at pace with their colleagues, whilst ensuring stringent compliance to safety and regulatory requirements and meeting customer’s needs

Essential qualifications for the Operations & Continuous Improvement Coordinator:

• Relevant Business Qualification with good GCSE levels and/or evidence of experience and development to this level through vocational development

We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.

This role is 37 hours per week based at our Boscombe Down site with a minimum average site attendance of four days per week. Flexible working is available.

Boscombe Down

MOD Boscombe Down is a unique operational site featuring the longest military runway in the UK. Primarily focusing on providing testing, evaluation and support services for aviation and aerospace systems. Renowned for its extensive flight testing capabilities the site plays a vital role in the UK’s aviation defence contributing to the development, testing and airworthiness of military aircraft enhancing operational readiness and effectiveness.

Why Join QinetiQ?

As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.

As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you’ll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture. www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq

Our Benefits

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
• We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
• Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community

Our Recruitment Process:

We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your Recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.

UKSV National Security Vetting Solution: guidance for applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

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