Cambridge Quality Assurance Manager

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We are seeking an experienced Product Assurance Manager to support a major space systems programme within a Space Systems Quality organization. You will have a strong knowledge of Product Assurance frameworks, including ECSS and a strong understanding of electrical and electronic systems within complex space assemblies. You will act as the key quality interface between engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and the customer, ensuring that Product Assurance activities are effectively planned, executed, and delivered. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, you will be accountable for delivering quality outcomes in line with programme milestones and customer expectations. Your role Act as the Product Assurance lead within the project team, owning delivery of PA activities across a range of electrics and electronics suppliers across the full product lifecycle. Ensure compliance with space systems standards such as ECSS and customer requirements. Advise on resolution of non-conformances against standards and requirements. Lead non-conformance management , including root cause analysis, corrective/preventive actions, and review boards (NRB/MRB) for non-conforming product. Drive quality performance through KPI analysis, continuous improvement, and promotion of “right first time” principles. Manage quality processes such as quality gates, audits, and process adherence activities. Interface with engineering (particularly electrical/electronic), manufacturing, suppliers, and customers as the primary PA authority. Your profile 4 – 6 years experience in Product Assurance / Quality Engineering within space environments. Strong understanding of space industry manufacturing, including satellite build, cleanroom operations, and high-reliability assembly practices. Demonstrated capability to lead recovery of problematic suppliers Strong working knowledge of ECSS / ESA standards and quality frameworks Solid understanding of electrical/electronic systems and ability to engage with related engineering teams. Excellent coaching and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to influence without authority across multidisciplinary teams and supply chains. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strict configuration, documentation, and compliance requirements. Proven experience in non-conformance management, root cause analysis, and structured problem-solving (e.g. 8D, FMEA).Experience with lifecycle reviews, quality gates, and working within regulated, high-reliability programmes. What you'll love about working here What You'll Love About Working Here Hybrid working Open access to digital learning platforms Active employee networks promoting diversity, equity and inclusion like OutFront, CapAbility or Women@Capgemini Capgemini is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) under the UK Government’s Disability Confident scheme. As part of our commitment to inclusive recruitment, we will offer an interview to all candidates who Declare they have a disability, and Meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. Please opt in during the application process. Need to know All roles will require a level of security clearance; This role requires SC clearance You can bring your whole self to work. At Capgemini building an inclusivefuture is part of everyday life and will be part of your working reality. We havebuilt a representative and welcoming environment, for everyone. Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem. Ref. code: 549023 Posted on: 18 Sept 2026 Experience Level: Experienced Professionals Contract Type: Permanent Location: Cambridge, GB Brand: Capgemini Engineering Professional Community: Manufacturing & Operations Engineering Apply now » Apply Now Start applying with LinkedIn Please wait... Find similar jobs: All rights reserved by Capgemini. Copyright © 2025 Cookie Consent Manager When you visit any website, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. Because we respect your right to privacy, you can choose not to allow some types of cookies. However, blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience of the site and the services we are able to offer. Required Cookies These cookies are required to use this website and can't be turned off. 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