Design Assurance System Consultant
Ascent Flight Training Design Assurance System Consultant
Summary
A consultant role at a UK aerospace and flight training provider, nominally based in Bristol with flexible/remote options, driving transformation of design assurance systems. Day to day this means designing and implementing processes, governance frameworks and compliance practices (Part 21J) to embed safety culture and deliver complex change programmes.
White Raven Resourcing Ltd are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to permanent and fixed term contract recruitment services.
Summary
Our client is an established and growing organisation operating within the aerospace and training sector, delivering critical services across the UK. They are seeking a Design Assurance Systems Consultant to play a pivotal role in driving transformation across a high-performing business area.
This position offers the opportunity to work in a flexible, dynamic environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimise systems, processes, and organisational structures. You will have a direct and measurable impact on compliance, safety culture, and operational effectiveness.
The role is nominally based in the South West of England with flexible and remote working options depending on business needs.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
- Lead transformation initiatives to enhance organisational structures, systems, and governance frameworks
- Design and implement improvements to Design Assurance Systems and associated processes
- Drive compliance and embed a strong safety culture across teams
- Collaborate with design, training, operations, and executive stakeholders to deliver change
- Develop and introduce new ways of working, from concept through to implementation
- Apply structured, project-led approaches to deliver complex change programmes
- Facilitate stakeholder engagement, ensuring buy-in and long-term adoption
- Provide coaching and leadership to support teams through transformation
Skills and Experience
Knowledge & Experience
- Strong background in design and compliance within a regulated engineering environment
- Proven experience working within a Part 21J framework or equivalent
- Deep understanding of:
- Design lifecycles and stage gates
- Design Assurance Systems
- Governance, documentation, and record keeping
- Design lifecycles and stage gates
- Demonstrated success in implementing new systems, processes, and compliance frameworks
Approach
- Structured and methodical mindset with strong project delivery capabilities
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders
- Effective leadership and facilitation skills, with a focus on bringing people along the journey
- Ability to manage complexity and multiple priorities
Mindset
- Passion for continuous improvement and organisational change
- Proactive, pragmatic, and solutions-focused
- Strong work ethic with a drive to deliver results
- Adaptable and able to tailor expertise to specific organisational contexts
Benefits
Package & Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
- Private healthcare for you and your family
- Pension scheme with up to 6% employer match
- Life assurance (up to 3x annual salary)
- Flexible benefits package (including holiday purchase, dental cover, cycle scheme, retail discounts)
- Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
- Enhanced company sick pay
- Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support)
- Individual learning and development plans
- Mental health support platform access (plus partner access)
- Eye care support for DSE users