Senior Quality Assurance Specialist

About the role

BAE Systems Australia is seeking a Senior Quality Assurance Specialist for its Surface Ships team in Osborne, South Australia. You will lead planned quality activities, ensure compliance with standards, and drive continuous improvement across the Hunter Class Frigate Program.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate internal, second‑party and third‑party audits, managing corrective actions and ongoing compliance.
• Assess, approve and monitor suppliers and sub‑contractors using risk‑based surveillance.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to foster a collaborative quality culture.
• Conduct quality investigations, report findings, and initiate remedial actions.
• Champion quality assurance processes to meet program and company requirements.
• Coach and mentor team members as needed.

Required profile

• Proven quality assurance experience in advanced manufacturing, production or engineering.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Lean Six Sigma knowledge (Green Belt desirable).
• Lead Auditor qualification (essential).

Required skills

• ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• ISO 45001 occupational health & safety.
• ISO 14001 environmental management.
• ISO 55001 asset management.
• Lead Auditor certification.
• Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt).

What we offer

• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work and a 9‑day fortnight.
• Opportunity to contribute to Australia’s largest surface‑ship project.
• Career development within a global defence and aerospace leader.