Aviation Safety & QA Specialist — Hybrid, 9‑Day Fortnight

Northrop Grumman; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Australia is seeking an Aviation Safety Specialist (AVSMS - Quality Assurance) to strengthen assurance across Defence programs. Based at the RAAF Amberley base, you will drive independent QA activities, audits, and continuous improvement, partnering with program leaders and technical teams.

A capability-first approach is emphasised, with emphasis on regulatory compliance and risk reduction.

Qualifications

• Experience in quality assurance and regulatory compliance within a regulated Defence environment.
• Experience with Aviation Safety Management Systems (AvSMS) engineering quality and auditing.
• Defence aerospace experience or knowledge is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• conduct quality assurance and compliance audits, identifying gaps and opportunities for improvement
• assess compliance with applicable regulations, processes, procedures and controls
• manage findings through to appropriate corrective action and closure
• review and improve procedures, work instructions and assurance documentation
• analyse quality, assurance and risk information and provide clear recommendations
• support investigations and identify contributing issues and improvement opportunities
• work with program leaders, technical teams and Commonwealth stakeholders
• support external audits, approvals and accreditation activities
• contribute to training and continuous improvement across the organisation.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Auditing

Regulatory compliance

Aviation Safety

Job description

Northrop Grumman Australia is seeking an Aviation Safety Specialist (AVSMS - Quality Assurance) to strengthen assurance across Defence programs. Based at the RAAF Amberley base, you will drive independent QA activities, audits, and continuous improvement, partnering with program leaders and technical teams.

A capability-first approach is emphasised, with emphasis on regulatory compliance and risk reduction.