Quality Assurance Manager

Job Description

At BAE Systems Australia

• Do interesting work that MATTERS
• GROW your career
• Be YOU

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 groundbreaking technology, including SSN AUKUS. We have been selected by the Australian Government to jointly build the nation’s conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines. Every role in our SSN AUKUS team is helping to deliver essential sovereign capability for Australia.

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 currently have a new and exciting leadership opportunity for a Quality Assurance Manager to join our SSN-AUKUS business based at Adelaide CBD, SA.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as 9 days fortnight working arrangement

Reporting to the Head of Quality you will be responsible to develop and maintain BAE Systems Australia Submarine’s “Integrated Business Management System” process asset library including Integrated certification, configuration audits, internal Audits in line with the annual integrated audit schedule and process development. These will be completed in accordance with BAE Systems quality and assurance process.

This also includes the implementing the lessons learnt from SSN AUKUS UK program design and construction, as well as those from Surface ships which are applicable to the BAE Systems whilst ensuring that improvements are formally reported and effectively implemented, resulting in the establishment and sustainment of robust controls and operational effectiveness.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and manage the Quality Management System certification and all customer external auditing activities
• Plan and conduct internal Quality audits to ensure ongoing compliance and continuous improvement
• Develop and deliver Quality training and professional development programs across the organization
• Provide support to the Design and Technical Assurance program, including Software Assurance activities
• Oversee operations assurance in collaboration with Quality Control and Dimensional Control functions.
• Support the mandated lifecycle management reviews, monitor and report on Quality performance metrics, and conduct Product Acceptance Audits
• Contribute to the development and effectiveness of the “business management system” process asset library

About YOU

• Proven experience in quality or technical management, with strong people leadership skills
• Knowledge of related ISO standards ISO9001, 14001, 45001, 55001 and associated Defence Sector Regulatory Frameworks
• Ability to negotiate with and influence internal and external stakeholders in a way which generates business benefit whilst maintaining key relationships
• Inclusive, collaborative leadership style with a focus on continuous improvement, innovative and out of box thinking is highly desired
• Certification in a quality-related field is essential and Tertiary qualification or defence industry experience will be highly regarded

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don’t tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don’t meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

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 welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

Awarded the Benchmarcx ‘Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026′. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au

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.