Assistant Quality Assurance Manager

Trinzic; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Competitive salary with annual reviews

Paid parental leave

Income protection

Career development opportunities

Job summary

KBR Australia is seeking an Assistant Quality Assurance Manager to lead and coordinate quality assurance activities for defence programs at Avalon and Melbourne sites. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to ensure acceptance, inspection, and QA reporting meet rigorous standards.

The role requires on-site work, ability to travel, and possession of AGSVA NV1 security clearance. Experience in QA, inspections, and interpretation of technical drawings is essential.

Qualifications

• QA inspections and audits in industrial/operational environments.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specs and acceptance criteria.
• Hold AGSVA NV1 Security Clearance, Australian citizenship; ITAR compliance where required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support QA activities, inspections and audits across IFV vehicles and systems.
• Review supplier build/delivery schedules to plan QA activities.
• Conduct physical inspections, audits, and technical assessments.
• Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and verification activities.
• Review inspection results and test evidence for accuracy and completeness.
• Assist with identification, tracking and resolution of quality issues and CARs.
• Verify rectification and rework closure with WCC evidence.
• Prepare evidence-based inspection and audit reports.
• Supervise QA Officers during inspections and reporting.
• Maintain QA records and artefacts per processes.
• Escalate emerging quality risks to the QA Manager.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of QA practices.

Skills

QA inspections

Technical reporting

Drawing interpretation

On-site work

Security clearance NV1

Education

Technical or trade qualification (mechanical/electrical/electronic/systems)

Tools

Defence ERP systems

AIMS systems

Auditor certification

Job description

Title:

Assistant Quality Assurance Manager

At KBR – We do things that matter

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KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver.

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With over 65 years working on some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects, KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nation’s critical infrastructure, energy transition and national security priorities. KBR has around 2,000 employees throughout Australia, who are focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer, more secure and sustainable future.

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At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

The Opportunity

Join KBR’s Armoured Fighting Vehicle Branch (AFVB) and contribute to the delivery of high-quality Quality Assurance (QA) outcomes across complex Defence programs including Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFV), mission systems, training systems, and support system equipment.

Based at H-ACE Avalon and Victoria Barracks Melbourne, the Assistant Quality Assurance Manager plays a key supporting role within a multidisciplinary team in delivering and coordinating day-to-day QA activities. Working closely with the Quality Assurance Manager, this role ensures that acceptance, inspection, and assurance activities are effectively planned, executed, and reported to the required standards.

If you are passionate about quality, continuous improvement and supporting the delivery oof critical Defence capability, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinating and supporting assurance activities, inspections, and audits across IFV vehicles as well as mission, training, and support systems.

• Reviewing supplier build and delivery schedules to plan QA activities.

• Conducting physical inspections, audits, and technical assessments.

• Supporting Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and verification activities

• Reviewing inspection results and test evidence for accuracy and completeness.

• Assisting with identification, tracking, and resolution of quality issues and CARs.

• Verifying rectification and rework closure, including Work Completion Certificate (WCC) evidence.

• Preparing clear, evidence-based inspection and audit reports.

• Supervising and supporting QA Officers during inspections and reporting.

• Maintaining QA records and acceptance artefacts in line with established processes.

• Escalating emerging quality risks to the QA Manager.

• Contributing to continuous improvement of QA practices and documentation.

• Acting as delegate for the QA Manager for defined activities, when authorised.

• Supporting reporting on QA outcomes and performance.

As the ideal candidate you will bring:

Mandatory

• Technical or trade qualification (mechanical, electrical, electronic, or systems discipline preferred).

• Experience performing QA, inspection, or technical assessments in industrial or operational environments.

• Ability to conduct objective, evidence-based inspections and reporting.

• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and acceptance criteria.

• Willingness and ability to work on-site and travel as required.

• Minimum AGSVA NV1 Security Clearance, Australian citizenship, and ITAR compliance required to be eligible.

Desirable

• Experience in Defence or complex systems QA environments.

• Experience with training systems or support equipment (S&TE).

• Auditor certification (JAS-ANZ, IRCA, RABQSA, or Defence-recognised equivalent).

• Experience supporting or deputising for a senior QA role.

• Familiarity with Defence ERP and AIMS systems.

Why you’ll enjoy being part of our team

• A workplace culture certified as a Great Place to Work.

• Flexible working.

• Competitive salary (including annual reviews).

• Paid parental leave.

• Income protection.

• Corporate rewards.

• Salary packaging/Novated leasing.

• Employee stock purchase plans.

• Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance.

• Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways.

As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.

Notice to Third Parties/Recruitment Agencies: KBR Australia does not accept unsolicited resumes, or any liability associated with fees or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties who have not been engaged directly on this job opportunity. Candidates interested in applying are welcome to submit their application online.