Compliance Investigator

A leading aerospace and aviation organisation is seeking an experienced Compliance Investigator to support its Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) operations.

This is a contract opportunity, based primarily in Oxfordshire, with regular travel required to operational sites across the UK.

The successful contractor will play a key role in ensuring regulatory and operational compliance, conducting in-depth investigations, identifying root causes, and driving corrective and preventive actions.

This role sits within a compliance and quality-focused environment and supports the promotion of safety, standardisation, and continuous improvement across multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities
Compliance Investigations & Root Cause Analysis

• Conduct thorough investigations into compliance-related incidents, discrepancies, and safety concerns


• Perform MEDA investigations where required


• Apply Root Cause Analysis methodologies such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, and Fault Tree Analysis


• Identify Human Factors and Human Performance contributors


• Analyse trends and systemic issues, ensuring sustainable corrective actions are implemented

Regulatory & Quality Assurance

• Ensure adherence to applicable aviation regulatory frameworks, including Part 145 and associated UK/EASA requirements


• Support compliance with CAMO, Part 21 G, and military aviation regulations where applicable


• Work closely with Quality and Assurance teams to support audits and inspections


• Support regulatory audits and coordinate responses to findings, ensuring timely closure of non-conformances

Process Improvement & Risk Mitigation

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve maintenance procedures and operational effectiveness


• Recommend and support implementation of risk mitigation strategies


• Promote best practice in safety, human factors, and compliance monitoring

Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting

• Produce clear, structured investigation reports with recommendations for senior stakeholders and regulators


• Engage with engineering, maintenance, production, and safety teams to improve compliance awareness


• Maintain accurate investigation records and track corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)

Essential Experience & Skills

• Proven experience conducting compliance investigations within an aviation maintenance or aerospace environment


• Strong expertise in Root Cause Analysis and structured problem-solving techniques


• In-depth knowledge of UK CAA and EASA regulatory frameworks, particularly Part 145


• Solid understanding of Human Factors, Human Performance, and limitations


• Experience reviewing technical documentation, maintenance records, and regulatory requirements


• Background in audits and inspections within a maintenance or regulated environment


• Strong analytical, report-writing, and stakeholder communication skills


• Proficiency with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and compliance monitoring tools

Desirable Experience

• Experience with MEDA investigations


• Knowledge of CAMO, Part 21 G, and/or military aviation regulations (MRP 145, MIL CAMO)


• Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, or equivalent aviation quality standards


• Experience using Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies


• Ability to engage confidently with stakeholders at all levels

Qualifications & Experience
Essential

• Formal training in Root Cause Analysis and investigative techniques


• Security Clearance (SC) or the ability to obtain clearance

Desirable

• Aviation Safety Management Systems (SMS) certification


• Aviation Auditor or Lead Auditor certification


• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt


• Extensive background in compliance, investigation, or audit roles within an aviation MRO setting

This contract role would suit a compliance-focused aviation professional who thrives in regulated environments and is comfortable working across multiple sites.

Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified contractors regardless of gender, background, or personal characteristics.