Aerospace Lead Auditor

We are seeking a qualified and motivated Aerospace Auditor with competency in AS9100, AS9110, and AS9120 to join our team. This role is responsible for delivering high‑quality, chargeable audits to clients across the aerospace sector, while also supporting internal operations through technical guidance, quotation preparation, and sampling calculations. In addition, the auditor will play an active role in strengthening and expanding the Aerospace (AS) team by identifying, supporting, and onboarding new auditors.

We are open to considering candidates located anywhere across the UK. Candidate will be home based. Willingness to travel across UK to client sites is a prerequisite.

Key Responsibilities:

Audit Delivery

• Conduct third‑party audits against AS9100, AS9110, and AS9120 standards in accordance with accreditation and scheme requirements. (Doesn’t necessarily need all 3, but it would be nice).
• Prepare audit plans, reports, and findings to a high professional standard.
• Be proficient with the use of OASIS.
• Ensure all audits are delivered within agreed timescales, budgets, and quality expectations.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of aerospace standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.

Technical & Back‑Office Support

• Support the back‑office team by helping to prepare accurate and timely quotations for aerospace audits.
• Provide technical assistance to internal teams on aerospace standards, audit requirements, and client queries.
• Perform sampling calculations and contribute to technical decision‑making where required.
• Assist with resolving technical issues related to audit delivery, scheme rules, or client requirements.

Team Development & Growth

• Identify potential new auditors within the industry and support their introduction to the organisation.
• Participate in onboarding, mentoring, and developing new AS auditors to ensure competence and consistency.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the AS team’s processes, tools, and technical capability.

Qualifications & Experience

• Recognised competency as an AEA for AS9100, AS9110, and AS9120 standards, or any combination of the three.
• Strong understanding of aerospace quality management systems and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience delivering third‑party audits under accredited schemes.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and report‑writing skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage schedules, and meet deadlines.
• Experience supporting technical or operational teams is an advantage.

Personal Attributes

• Professional, reliable, and committed to high‑quality delivery.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and technical curiosity.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to support and mentor others.
• Comfortable engaging with clients and internal stakeholders at all levels.
• Proactive in identifying opportunities for improvement and team growth.

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We place great value on all our people and the contribution they make to our business, so it’s important that our rewards make us all feel valued here. That’s why we recognise personal needs and offer a flexible reward and benefits package that puts you first, including;

• Lifestyle benefits (26 days of annual leave + opportunity for up to 10 days unpaid leave, sabbatical leave, flexible working options).
• Non-contractual Profit Share Scheme.
• Wellbeing benefits: (including Private Medical, Dental Insurance, Health Assessments, Gym allowance). Company contribution towards eye tests and glasses (for computer/laptop users), and Flu Vaccinations. Also, our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) provides free and confidential support for issues. including work, family, relationships, money and health and we provide free fruit in our offices.
• Pension Scheme: Employer contribution - up to 9%.
• Life Assurance and Group Income Protection benefits.
• Travel benefits: Season Ticket Loan, Cycle to Work Scheme, Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme (for personal use).
• Re-imbursement of relevant Professional Membership Fees (up to £570).
• Access to employee retail discount site for high street and on-line shopping.

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status,ageor political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to ourculture,and we invite you to be part of this diversity.