About QinetiQ Air Affairs
Headquartered in Nowra, New South Wales, QinetiQ Air Affairs provides targets and training services, electronic warfare capabilities to the Australian Defence Force, operates a fleet of special mission aircraft, and maintains an advanced manufacturing and engineering facility.
We are seeking a skilled Quality and Safety Assurance Officer to support and enhance the safety, compliance, and operational performance of our aviation and support systems.
Key Responsibilities:
* Plan, lead, conduct and report on internal and external audits
* Support external audits (ISO 9001, AS9110, ISO 45001) and maintain accreditation readiness
* Conduct investigations into incidents, hazards and near misses
* Assess compliance across regulatory frameworks including CASA, DASA Part 145/147, and ISO
* Liaise with teams to progress actions from Safety, Risk, and Management Reviews
* Contribute to continuous improvement and safety-first culture
* Maintain robust and accurate quality and safety records
* Collaborate across all levels of the business – from apprentices to engineers, pilots, and executives
About You:
* A background in aviation or another safety-critical industry
* Hands-on auditing and quality assurance experience
* A strong understanding of safety and compliance frameworks
* Confidence communicating across all levels with professionalism and emotional intelligence
* A practical, solutions-focused mindset with high attention to detail
* The ability to interpret regulation and assess alignment with internal policy and process
Why QinetiQ Air Affairs?
This is more than just aviation – our operations span complex, safety-critical activities that demand high standards and offer unique challenges. You'll play a key role in helping us meet our legal obligations, retain certifications, and build stronger safety and quality systems that support both current and future contract delivery.
Due to the nature of the role, applicants must hold a minimum of a Baseline Australian Defence security clearance.
Benefits Package
* Individual Professional development allowance
* Access to LinkedIn Learning
* Purchased leave program & loyalty leave
* Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave
* Complimentary salary continuance insurance
* Annual volunteering leave with Operation Give Back
* Relaxed dress code
At QinetiQ, we value diversity of thought and provide a flexible and inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work, meaningfully contribute, and have equal opportunity to succeed. We actively seek applications from people who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences.