Senior Governance & Standards Specialist (Emirati Talent)

ABOUT EDGE

At EDGE bold ideas are engineered into technologies that protect, improve and save lives.

Headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, EDGE is a leading advanced technology group working at the forefront of defence and emerging technologies. Spanning more than 35 specialised companies and multiple centres of excellence, we are purpose-built to move fast. Free from heavy legacy processes, we give our people the autonomy, accountability, and agility to bring breakthrough technologies from concept to reality.

Based in Abu Dhabi, a globally connected hub at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, EDGE is home to a truly multicultural community where bold ideas thrive, and the future is shaped.

Together, we are shaping the future.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Senior Governance & Standards Specialist in HALCON will support the Governance & Standards department in the implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement of the organization's Quality Management System (QMS), leveraging strong operational quality and manufacturing experience to strengthen process governance, compliance, standardization, and operational excellence.

The role serves as a bridge between Quality Governance and Manufacturing Operations, ensuring that management system requirements are effectively translated into practical shop-floor controls, process improvements, and sustainable quality practices in accordance with ISO 9001, AS9100, and applicable organizational standards.

To support the development, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the organization's Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with ensuring compliance with international management system standards, UAE regulatory requirements, customer expectations, and organizational policies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the implementation, certification, maintenance, and continual improvement of the Quality Management System. Conduct comprehensive gap assessments and develop implementation roadmaps.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, customer-specific requirements, and applicable regulatory standards. Develop, review, and maintain Quality Manuals, procedures, work instructions, forms, and quality records.
• The Governance & Standards Specialist will leverage extensive operational quality experience to provide practical support to the GSO in strengthening QMS implementation and process compliance across manufacturing operations.
• Monitor compliance with approved procedures across all operational departments, conduct process verification and compliance assessments, Support process owners in implementing effective process controls.
• Promote process standardization across the organization.
• Support the GSO in implementing and maintaining the IMS in accordance with ISO 9001, AS9100, and applicable organizational requirements.
• Assist in developing, reviewing, and updating Quality Manuals, procedures, work instructions, and process documentation.
• Verify alignment between documented QMS requirements and actual manufacturing and operational practices. Coordinate with process owners to identify gaps in process implementation and compliance. Support establishment of process interactions, responsibilities, authorities, and performance indicators.
• Develop and manage implementation plans, project schedules, milestones, and deliverables for certification programs. Coordinate activities across Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, and Quality functions. Monitor implementation progress, identify risks, and drive timely completion of all certification activities.
• Act as the secondary quality focal point for ISO 9001 implementation activities. Interface with certification bodies, customers, suppliers, consultants, and regulatory authorities. Represent the organization during customer visits, certification audits, and quality reviews.
• Drive continual improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, Risk-Based Thinking, APQP, FMEA, SPC, and Root Cause Analysis methodologies. Promote operational excellence and improve process efficiency, product quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Support digitalization of quality processes through SAP QM and other quality management systems.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High school/Diploma / Degree in in Aerospace, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial OR Materials Engineering
• 5 -7 years experience working with Operational quality with strong focus on continuous improvement and experience in handling Quality assurance activities and support operations in establishing governance and standard practices across the operation
• Lean Six sigma Green belt or higher
• ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor certification
• Proven experience leading AS9100 certification projects, including gap assessments, documentation development, implementation, certification audits, and surveillance audits.
• Risk Assessment and project management skills.
• Working knowledge in SAP

WHY CHOOSE EDGE

Launched in November 2019, the UAE's EDGE is one of the world's leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond, and to be a catalyst for change and transformation. It is dedicated to bringing breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency, to position the UAE as a leading global hub for future industries, and to creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly skilled talent to thrive.

At EDGE, the real investment goes beyond compensation. Through our dedicated learning academy and digital learning platforms, employees have access to extensive opportunities to develop new skills, deepen their expertise, and advance their careers. Combined with the freedom to innovate, strong career support, and the opportunity to collaborate with world-class talent from across the globe, EDGE is a place where you can continue to grow, keep learning, and turn ambitious ideas into meaningful outcomes.

Working at EDGE also comes with a package that genuinely reflects how much we value our people. Salaries are highly competitive and tax-free and, depending on your role and seniority, benefits can include family visas, annual flight tickets, medical insurance for you and your dependents, and education allowances for your children.

CANDIDATE PRIVACY & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

If you feel your skills, experience and potential are a strong match for a role, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement. We are genuinely interested in what you can bring to EDGE.

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EDGE is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workforce. We believe every individual deserves to be treated with fairness, respect and dignity, and our employment decisions reflect that. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, religion, gender, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

As a global organisation, effective collaboration across international teams is central to how we work, so English proficiency is required for all roles unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

Please note that EDGE does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resumes in the absence of a formally executed agreement in place will be deemed the property of EDGE, and no placement fees or compensation will be payable in respect of such submissions.