Job Description

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 innovative and ground-breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.BAE Systems delivers projects of global and national significance that help keep Australian’s safe. The Hunter Class Frigate Program (HCFP) is transforming Australia’s shipbuilding industry by supporting the building of a world-class, continuous naval shipbuilding capability for our nation. More about the program: What we do – Hunter Class About the OPPORTUNITYWe are seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer, ideally with Defence Supplier Development experience, to engage directly with suppliers. Responsibilities will include performing risk and capability assessments, audits, and building supplier capability across the supply chain.Supporting the Hunter Class Frigate program, you will report to the Head of Supplier Quality & Development and be based at Osborne Shipyard on a permanent full-time basis. Note, Sydney-based candidates will also be considered.We offer flexible working arrangements, including a 9-day fortnight and hybrid options. Key RESPONSBILTIESSupplier AssessmentConduct supplier compliance assessments against regulatory, licence, and quality standardsEvaluate supplier products and services against project and enterprise requirementsMonitor supplier performance using a risk-based surveillance approachSupport and track corrective, preventive, and improvement actionsSupplier Technical SupportApply engineering and manufacturing judgement to identify supplier performance issuesLead investigation and resolution of supplier non-conformances using 8D / RCA methodologiesApply continuous improvement tools (Lean, Six Sigma, Business Excellence) as requiredMonitor supplier performance through data analysis, inspections, and auditsSupplier DevelopmentBuild and maintain effective, collaborative relationships with suppliers and sub-contractorsLead supplier training and deployment of APQPSupport on-site supplier capability development (PPAP, FAI, CoC, PDVI or equivalent)Leverage internal expertise to uplift supplier quality and delivery capabilityContinuous ImprovementDrive continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chainAnalyse quality data to identify improvement and cost-reduction opportunitiesPartner with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and embed best practiceProvide SME guidance to support supplier onboarding, surveillance, and recertificationSupport supplier alignment to QMS standards (ISO 9001, AS 9100, AS 9110)Documentation and ReportingMaintain accurate records of supplier performance, audits, and non-conformancesPrepare and present supplier quality metrics and improvement reportsEnsure ongoing compliance with regulatory and enterprise quality requirements