About the Opportunity
We are seeking a highly skilled Supplier Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team. This role plays a critical part in ensuring suppliers and subcontractors meet contractual and quality standards.
* Conduct supplier audits and inspections to assess compliance with our requirements and identify non-conformances.
* Manage and follow up on supplier non-conformance issues, ensuring root cause analysis and corrective actions are completed.
* Perform supplier qualification and re-qualification reviews, including evaluation of management systems and KPI performance.
* Collaborate with internal teams and external auditors to support quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Provide guidance on Corporate Management System (CMS) policies and ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards.
* Maintain accurate and complete quality assurance records and documentation.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will require:
* A Lead Auditor Qualification (mandatory)
* An engineering or technical tertiary qualification or 3+ years of relevant SQA experience
* A strong understanding of quality inspections, standards, and compliance
* Proven problem-solving and analytical skills
* Experience auditing business and supplier management systems
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
* Knowledge of ISO standards
* Experience with root cause analysis tools (FMEA, ICAM) (desirable)
Eligibility
This role requires a current National Police Clearance, an Australian Defence Security Clearance, and an ability to access protected US defence technology. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on obtaining and maintaining such clearances and approvals.
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits that support your career growth and well-being, including:
* Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose
* Secure a long-term career opportunity that provides a deeper purpose
* Flexibility over how, when, and where you work for the best work-life balance
* 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge
* Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves
* Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family
* Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work
* Volunteer leave, so you can contribute back to the community
* Paid reservists leave to support our nation's defence capabilities
* Professional development opportunities to advance your career
* A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive
* Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save