Quality & Compliance Team Lead
**Job details**
**General information**
**Entity**
Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense.

Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible.

Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025.

Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.

Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in landing gear, wheels & brakes, and associated systems for civil and military aircraft and helicopters.

We master the entire lifecycle of our products, from design and manufacturing through to maintenance.

Did you know that every second, somewhere in the world, an aircraft lands using one of our systems?
Would you like to grow in an international, stimulating and supportive environment within a human-sized company? Join us! Become one of our 8,000 passionate employees worldwide.

Don't meet 100% of the requirements? That's not a barrier for us.

Above all, we're looking for creative and committed people!
**Reference number**
2026-181972
**Job details**
**Domain**
Production
**Job field / Job profile**
Manufacture assembly and repair - Mro equipement repair
**Job title**
Quality & Compliance Team Lead
**Employment type**
Permanent
**Skilled category**
Employees / Staff
**Part time / Full time**
Full-time
**Job description**
The Quality & Compliance Team Lead would support the MRO facility in Ajax and corresponding supply chain.

This role is responsible for leading quality assurance activities related the overhaul and repair of landing gear systems and components.

The successful candidate will ensure compliance with regulatory and Safran standards, manage operation quality & supplier quality including onboarding, supplier validation and lead robust root cause corrective action (RCCA) activities to support operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Quality Leadership & Compliance
• Lead and mentor a team of quality specialists and quality coordinator
• Ensure compliance with:




o AS9100 and Safran Quality Management System (SQMS)
o TCCA CAR 573/571, CAAC (Ajax MRO), FAA/EASA/UK CAA regulations (Suppliers)
o Customer Quality requirements
• Support quality oversight of landing gear overhaul and component repair activities (QRQC, Monthly audits, FOD compliance, PCD reviews and compliance, Certification/training management)
• Monitor and drive key quality KPIs (Customer and supplier quality escapes, audit readiness & findings, TAT impact)
• Assist PRM in maintaining regulatory approvals for the shop (e.g., TCCA, CAAC) and support the acquisition of new certifications for MRO operations
Supplier Quality & Onboarding
• Manage supplier lifecycle: qualification, onboarding, and Quality performance monitoring
• Maintain Approved Supplier List (ASL) in accordance with MRO specific procedures
• Conduct supplier audits and assessments
• Lead supplier quality performance reviews and corrective action follow-up
RCCA (Root Cause Corrective Action)
• Support team members to drive investigations into non-conformances, supplier issues, and customer complaints
• Apply structured methodologies (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone, FMEA)
• Ensure effective containment, corrective, and preventive actions
• Validate effectiveness and prevent recurrence of issues
• Interface with various support functions within the department as required
Audit & Regulatory Interface
• Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits (TCCA, CAAC)
• Act as focal point during inspections and audits
• Ensure timely closure of findings with robust RCCA
**Candidate skills & requirements**
• Bachelor's degree in aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or related field OR equivalent technical education with relevant experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience in aerospace industry or manufacturing environment
• Experience in MRO or repair station environment strongly preferred
• Experience with supplier quality management, audits and approval process
• Strong background in RCCA and audit management




• Knowledge of AS9100 Standards, TCCA/FAA/EASA/CAAC regulations
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and continuous improvement mindset
• Leadership and team development experience is preferred
Salary: $90,500 to $113,000
Reason for Recruitment: Newly Created Position
Feeling hesitant because you don't meet all of the job requirements? Don't be! Safran Landing Systems (SafranLS) is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse and equitable team and encourages all applicants to apply.

If you love a challenge and want to work in an exciting, high-tech environment, we want to hear from you.

We see diversity as a means to leverage creativity, collective performance and innovation.

We welcome applications from individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

SafranLS is committed to a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment with continual learning opportunities and a focus on well-being in the workplace.

SafranLS offers accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process and will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to SafranLS in advance.

At SafranLS, a passion for Aerospace can mean a limitless career, land your next position with us!
While we thank all applicants, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

The above statements reflect the general items considered necessary to describe principal functions of the position and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

Other duties may be assigned as per management instruction.

All applicants must meet the following requirements: Minimum age of 18 years.

Canadian Controlled Goods Regulations (CGR), U.S.

International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Canadian government security clearances and applicable contractual obligations.

Safran Landing Systems Canada Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
**Job location**
**Job location**
North America, Canada, Ontario, Toronto
**City (-ies)**
Ontario
**Applicant criteria**
**Minimum education level achieved**
Bachelor's Degree
**Minimum experience level required**
More than 5 years

📌 Quality & Compliance Team Lead (Toronto)
🏢 Safran
📍 Toronto