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Supplier Quality Engineer
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Rheinmetall.
About the Team The Supplier Quality Engineers work alongside Supplier Development Engineers, reporting to the Supplier Quality Engineer Manager. At RDA, they work closely with the greater Quality team and with Procurement, Production, and Engineering, while also being front-facing to our suppliers. This role is based full time at our Military Vehicle Centre of Excellence in Redbank.
What We Are Looking For We have multiple Supplier Quality Engineer positions available and will be considering applicants from a mechanical or electrical background.
About The Role The Supplier Quality Engineer role is responsible for optimizing the quality planning process, specifically in relation to project-related parts, services and suppliers. This role works closely with Rheinmetall’s suppliers to ensure their performance is monitored, reported, analysed and documented, with improvement priorities being effectively identified and implemented across the supplier base. The role plans and conducts supplier audits and assessments and fosters the application of effective process planning and verification techniques within the supplier base to achieve consistent supply outcomes.
What Qualifications You Should Have
3+ Years or equivalent tertiary qualifications in Engineering or Manufacturing discipline, providing a solid technical background;
Proven experience working in a similar role and engaging with external suppliers;
Extensive Quality management, planning and auditing experience;
Experienced in deploying Quality tools and techniques;
Extensive experience conducting Audits and managing improvement programs;
Industry experience in heavy vehicle, defence, automotive is (highly desirable);
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills;
Ability to travel extensively interstate and international when required; and
Must hold or be eligible to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance (must hold Australian Citizenship).
What We Offer You
Long weekends every second week with a 9 day fortnight;
Individualised Adaptable Working Arrangements;
Access to exclusive employee discounts with over 500 retailers to support cost of living;
Market leading parental leave and loyalty leave accrual for every year of service;
We are proud to be an Endorsed Employer for All Women with WORK180.
CONTACT INFORMATION
RDA Talent Acquisition Team Recruitment.Australia@rheinmetall.com.au
Applications will close on 28th of November 2025
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Quality Assurance
Industries
Defense and Space Manufacturing
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