Quality Systems Specialist

Boeing Defence Australia is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of Australia's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force.  Joining us is a chance to make your mark as part of the global Boeing aerospace network, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence.  We currently employ more than 3,000 people across a growing business over 14 sites in Australia and 3 international locations with a range of opportunities available as we plan for future growth

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Quality System Specialist to join our Oakey-based Quality Team supporting Boeing Defence Australia's (BDA) Maintenance and Logistic Support Services (MLSS) contract. This job would suit an enthusiastic aerospace maintenance engineer who is looking to upskill off tools onto a quality role.

This role provides an exciting opportunity to support and enable, with respect to achievement of both tactical and strategic quality objectives, in the provision of tools, materials and services for the Royal Singaporean Air Force and the broader BDA Quality function. In this role you will be required to foster and enable a culture of continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities of this role shall include, but not be limited to:  

• Coordinating and collaborating with Program and Functional leadership to ensure the ongoing effectiveness and efficiency of the Quality Management System (QMS)
• Working with the Part 145 Responsible Manager and Quality Manager to ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory compliance and approvals 
• Perform delegated Part 145 Quality Manager duties as required to support program operations
• Conduct internal audits with the dual purpose of assessing system compliance to applicable regulations, standards and contract requirements as well as identifying opportunities for improvement
• Develop, implement and maintain quality directives, policies, plans, processes and program applicable work instructions
• Track, monitor, measure and report the health and performance of the program QMS and support, as necessary, remediation response to any lagging and negative leading indicators
• Lead and/or coordinate investigations and associated root cause analysis activities in order to identify corrective and preventative actions and assure first time quality imperatives can continue to be met
• Work collaboratively as part of a team to deliver a quality capability that provides site-based support to the CH-47F helicopter

To be successful you will have:                                                     

• A minimum of technical and/or further education qualifications in either Quality Management, Engineering, or equivalent demonstrated technical experience
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of the ISO 9001 and AS 9110 standards
• Completed ISO 9001 Lead Auditor training by a recognised training organisation or willingness to achieve as part of an upskilling plan
• Hands-on mentality with the ability to proactively and independently resolve issues
• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to effectively engage, communicate with and influence key stakeholders
• Australian Citizenship to meet Defence security requirements

Desirable, but not necessary:

• Qualification in an Aviation Maintenance related discipline
• Hold or has held a CASA or DASR Part 66 Licence or equivalent
• An understanding of the DASR Part 145 and Part 66 regulations
• Experience with the CH-47 Chinook helicopter
• Experience with Lean methodology

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages a focus on diversity. Boeing's culture and community encourages all applicants to be part of an organisation that promotes a diverse and safe workplace environment.