Quality Test Specialist - Production

The Boeing Company; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Bonuses

Paid Leave

Discounts

Novated leasing

Career development

Recognition program

Job summary

The Boeing Defence Australia invites you to lead the calibration function at the Wellcamp facility, delivering aerospace-grade measurement integrity for the MQ-28 program. You will set up, run and continuously improve the calibration lab and ensure compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 and Boeing policies.

You will manage a team of calibration technicians, collaborate with engineering, tooling and quality, perform hands-on calibration, maintain schedules and records, and mentor staff while driving

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing calibration functions in aerospace or precision engineering.
• Hands-on calibration across dimensional tools, gauges and instrumentation.
• Knowledge of calibration standards, traceability and ISO 17025 compliance.
• Strong documentation skills and schedule management.
• Ability to collaborate across engineering, tooling and quality teams.
• Experience reading engineering drawings and calibration procedures.
• Analytical thinker with a drive for continuous improvement.
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities.
• Australian citizenship with ability to obtain TOP SECRET clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the calibration department for the Wellcamp facility.
• Establish lab setup, procedures, equipment and documentation controls.
• Coordinate internal calibration and outsource services as needed.
• Develop and maintain calibration schedules and traceability records.
• Perform hands-on calibration, verification and testing of devices.
• Collaborate with engineering, tooling and quality teams.
• Maintain calibration data, reports and quality system documents.
• Train and mentor team members on calibration procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement of calibration processes and lab efficiency.
• Support cross-training in CMM, optical measurement and tooling inspection.

Skills

Calibration management

Hands-on calibration

ISO 17025 knowledge

Documentation & records

Cross-team collaboration

Engineering drawings interpretation

Analytical problem solving

Leadership

Clearance TOP SECRET

Tools

Metrology equipment

CMM programming exposure

Optical measurement systems

Tooling inspection methods

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We are committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Location: Toowoomba Wellcamp

Category: Engineering / Technical

Position Type: Permanent

Job Reference: BOE/1925881

The Opportunity

Boeing Defence Australia is establishing a state-of-the-art calibration function within its new Wellcamp production facility supporting the MQ-28 program. We are seeking an experienced and proactive Calibration Specialist to lead and manage the calibration department responsible for maintaining, calibrating, and verifying all measurement and test equipment critical to aerospace manufacturing quality.

This key role will focus on the setup, operation, and continuous improvement of the Wellcamp calibration lab, working closely with our established Calibration Office at Boeing Aerostructures Australia (BAA). You will ensure that all calibration services meet strict aerospace standards, supporting high precision and reliability throughout the MQ-28 production environment.

What you'll do:

• Lead and manage the calibration department, overseeing the calibration of measuring and test equipment essential to manufacturing and tooling quality.
• Establish and maintain the calibration lab at Wellcamp, including setting up procedures, equipment, and documentation controls in partnership with BAA Calibration Office.
• Coordinate internal calibration activities and manage outsourcing calibration services where required, ensuring flow and timely certification.
• Develop, implement, and maintain calibration schedules and traceability records to guarantee compliance with aerospace quality standards.
• Perform hands-on calibration, verification, and functional testing of devices ranging from dimensional measuring tools to sophisticated precision instruments.
• Collaborate with engineering, tooling, and quality teams to provide expert calibration support aligned with manufacturing and quality assurance requirements.
• Maintain calibration data, reports, and quality system documentation in line with Boeing's policies and regulatory requirements.
• Train and mentor team members on calibration procedures, measurement best practices, and quality compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for calibration processes, laboratory efficiency, and equipment reliability.
• Support cross-training initiatives, developing complementary capabilities in other metrology disciplines such as CMM programming, optical measurement, and tooling quality to ensure flexible coverage during peak periods and leave.

Your experience and skills:

• Proven experience managing calibration functions or calibration technicians within aerospace, manufacturing, or precision engineering environments.
• Extensive hands-on experience calibrating a range of measurement and test equipment, including dimensional tools, gauges, and instrumentation.
• Good knowledge of calibration laboratory setup, calibration standards, traceability requirements, and quality system compliance (e.g., ISO/IEC 17025).
• Strong skills in documentation, record-keeping, and maintaining calibration schedules.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and external service providers ensuring smooth coordination and quality delivery.
• Experience in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and calibration procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a commitment to continuous improvement and quality assurance.
• Excellent communication and team leadership abilities.
• Australian citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain TOP SECRET level clearance from the Australian Department of Defence.
• Willingness to cross-skill and receive training in related metrology disciplines such as CMM programming, optical measurement, and tooling inspection.

Training and Cross-Skilling Opportunity

We recognise the value of a versatile skill set. You will have the opportunity to develop additional metrology competencies beyond calibration; such as coordinate measuring machines (CMM), optical measuring systems, and tooling inspection through structured training programs. This flexibility helps cover workload variability and provides career development opportunities.

About us.

Join Boeing Defence Australia's cutting-edge Wellcamp facility and be at the forefront of aerospace manufacturing precision. This role offers a chance to take ownership of the calibration function within a critical production environment, contributing directly to the success of the MQ-28 program. Be part of a safety-focused, innovative culture that values your expertise and career growth.

We are committed to building a unique and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary & Bonuses: Enjoy a competitive salary along with yearly bonuses.
• Paid Leave Options:Access various paid leave entitlements to support your personal and family needs.
• FinancialDiscounts:Take advantage of discounted health insurance premiums, travel, and retail shopping, along with a nationwide Fitness Passport.
• Financial Benefits:Explore options for novated leasing and salary sacrifice for superannuation.
• Career Development:Receive both informal and formal tailored mentorship to accelerate your career growth and design promotional pathways.
• Recognition Program:Participate in our recognition award program, which acknowledges professional achievements through a points and payment scheme.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to: race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.