Assistant Quality Assurance Manager

About the role

The Assistant Quality Assurance Manager supports the QA Manager in delivering high‑quality assurance outcomes for complex defence programmes, including infantry fighting vehicles, mission systems, training systems and support equipment. Based at H‑ACE Avalon and Victoria Barracks, the role coordinates day‑to‑day QA activities and ensures compliance with standards.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate and support assurance activities, inspections and audits across IFV vehicles and related systems.
• Conduct physical inspections, audits and technical assessments, and support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and verification.
• Review inspection results, test evidence and supplier schedules to plan QA activities.
• Identify, track and resolve quality issues and CARs, verifying rectification and rework closure.
• Prepare evidence‑based inspection and audit reports and supervise QA Officers during inspections.

Required profile

• Technical or trade qualification in mechanical, electrical, electronic or systems discipline.
• Experience performing QA, inspection or technical assessments in industrial or operational environments.
• Ability to conduct objective, evidence‑based inspections and interpret technical drawings, specifications and acceptance criteria.
• Willingness to work on‑site, travel as required and hold Minimum AGSVA NV1 Security Clearance, Australian citizenship and ITAR compliance.

Required skills

• Mechanical, electrical, electronic or systems engineering knowledge.
• QA inspection and audit techniques.
• Technical assessment and drawing interpretation.
• Understanding of acceptance criteria and quality documentation.

What we offer

• Great Place to Work certified culture.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive salary with annual reviews.
• Paid parental leave and income protection.
• Corporate rewards, salary packaging/Novated leasing and employee stock purchase plans.
• Health benefits including flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance.
• Career development through online learning, mentorship and clear pathways.