Manufacturing Governance and Assurance Team Member

Job Description

Job Title: Manufacturing Governance and Assurance Team Member

Location: Samlesbury, Hybrid – 4 days minimum onsite.

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Salary: £42,850+ depending on experience

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

What you’ll be doing:

In this role, you will support the delivery of Manufacturing Governance and Assurance activities across multiple manufacturing sites, helping to ensure compliance with key standards including BS/EN9100:2015 and RA5835. You will assist in coordinating important governance processes such as Letters of Delegation, the Manufacturing Assurance Statement (MAS), and the Manufacturing Business Management System (BMS), while also analysing audit and assurance data to help identify risks and support improvement actions. The role offers the opportunity to take part in Process Confirmations across the Manufacturing estate, providing valuable exposure to operational teams and how compliance is achieved in practice. You will collaborate with stakeholders across Manufacturing, responding to governance queries, supporting document owners, and maintaining systems such as MDMS, Proquis and Knowledge Centres. In addition, you will contribute to governance reporting for leadership meetings, reviews and internal audits, while also playing a part in continuous improvement initiatives, including enhancements to governance systems and the transition to new business management processes.

Core duties:

• You’ll bring a solid understanding of business administration, governance, quality or manufacturing processes, with the ability to follow structured procedures and maintain clear, accurate documentation.
• You’ll apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills to review data, identify inconsistencies and help support the development of effective corrective actions.
• You’ll be a confident communicator, comfortable working with stakeholders at all levels, asking the right questions, sharing information clearly and supporting teams with governance-related queries.
• You’ll use your proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook to create professional documentation, track key data and produce clear, informative reports.

The Manufacturing Governance & Assurance (G&A) Team:

You’ll join the Manufacturing Governance & Assurance (G&A) Team within the Air Manufacturing function, supporting compliance and continuous improvement across multiple sites including Warton, Towcester and Filton. Working across programmes such as F-35, E&I and FalconWorks, you’ll gain valuable exposure to a range of technologies, products and operational environments. The role offers an excellent opportunity to develop experience in governance frameworks, assurance activities and business management systems, while working closely with stakeholders across Manufacturing and contributing to the ongoing improvement of governance processes.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive:

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 20th March 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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