At BAE Systems Australia
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We work in a thriving sector - one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.
Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.
About the OPPORTUNITY
We have an opportunity for a Quality Assurance Officer to join our team based at our Garden Island, Sydney Offices. We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and/or hybrid working.
**You will be responsible for**:
Working as part of a team, as the Quality Assurance Officer you will provide support and guidance to the delivery of a broad range of planned quality activities designed to provide assurance to management that quality practices are being effectively deployed across the project and line of business.
**Key responsibilities include**:
- Interpret and provide advice within the management and quality assurance function based on legislation, policy and procedures.
- Maintain a well developed understanding of and compliance to relevant legislative frameworks, government decision-making and Defence's mission and policy requirements.
- Support understanding and awareness of quality tools and techniques across the business area.
- Regular liaison with the Customer and Partner Company Quality representatives to provide required assurance.
- Support the monitoring and completion of corrective, preventive and/or improvement actions by the business area.
- Coordinate the completion of Preliminary Material Review (PMR) and Material Review Board (MRB) ensuring all records are retained.
About YOU
- Australian citizen and eligible to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance (Essential).
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
- Demonstrated experience in a Quality Technician role (preferred).
- Experience in mechanical/electrical/electronic manufacturing and a sound knowledge of engineering drawings and specifications (preferred).
- Sound understanding of Quality practices and continuous improvement.
- Familiarity of ISO9001, Defence and Civil Technical Regulatory.
- Intermediate MS Office skills, especially in Word and Excel.
About US
You will joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.
Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.
As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.
We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.
Clearances
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances.
Further information regarding security clearances.