Senior Quality Assurance Specialist Job Location: This role is based in Williamtown, NSW. We offer a range of flexible working arrangements including 9-day fortnight Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space - there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Role Description: We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quality Assurance Specialist within our Aircraft Sustainment and Training team in Newcastle, NSW. In this role, you will be responsible to perform a range of quality assurance activities, ensuring quality practices are being effectively deployed across the business area. Core Duties: * Lead quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives, providing expert guidance and independent oversight to ensure quality standards meet internal and external customer expectations * Educates and coaches project, program, and business personnel on quality management principles to promote accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement * Conduct internal audits, supplier audits, and provide support with corrective and preventative actions and conduct quality investigations as required * Provide coaching, advice and support to stakeholders on quality assurance related matters and processes * Undertake quality process system activities including quality assurance reviews and validate data to ensure it meets program requirements * Champion the quality assurance activities, ensuring quality standards/outcomes are achieved and in line with quality standards, program and company requirements * Collaborate effectively and build good relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders, maintaining a positive culture * Lead, support and implement continuous improvement and quality engineering/assurance improvement activities About You * Demonstrated quality assurance experience and individuals with experience in maritime, engineering or in a relevant field, will also be highly regarded * An understanding of Quality, Safety, Environmental&Asset Management Standards (9001, 45001, 14001, 55001) and practices * Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, the ability to develop reports and documents * Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build good relationships with a range of stakeholders * Formal quality qualification of diploma in Quality Management/Diploma in Auditing is preferred * Lead Auditor qualification or a relevant technical qualification is essential The Lead Hawk In Fighter Viewed as the role model for through-life support contracting, the Hawk Lead-In Fighter project was established by BAE Systems Australia to provide and support an outstanding, state-of-the-art fast jet training capability for the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF). The Hawk is the world's most successful advanced military jet trainer aircraft built on more than 35 years of fast jet training experience. More than 1,000 aircraft have operated across 18 countries, preparing more than 20,000 pilots for life in a fast-jet cockpit. The Hawk Mark 127 Lead-In Fighter is a tandem, two-seater jet aircraft. Australia currently has 33 aircraft that have all been enhanced to ensure they remain cutting edge and future ready. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. We support our veteran community through VetNet Australia, along with initiatives such as Reserve Service Leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program, and partner-supported programs. We welcome applications from all candidates and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply. We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and recipients of the Benchmarcx Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026. As members of the Circle Back Initiative, we commit to responding to every applicant. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss the support you may need. You can also connect with us via Careers and Employment. Security statement Please note, 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 one. Further information regarding security clearances. (Remove for non-ITAR role) International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information