We work in an environment that is interesting and meaningful. We’re Australia’s submarine company, and everyday we’re supporting the Royal Australian Navy to protect Australia’s national security and to bring its submariners home safely.

If you are looking for a role that makes a difference, we’ll provide you with the opportunity to grow your career that offers flexibility and security to balance life and work. It’s why working at ASC is like no other job. It’s a deeper purpose that we can all be proud of.

About the Opportunity

The Quality Engineer – Technical Support Network (QE-TSN) will play a key role within the Assurance, Governance & Investigation team, operating under the guidance of the Assurance and Governance Business & Investigation Manager.

In this position, you will assess ASC’s Technical Support Agencies to ensure they maintain the engineering capability required to support Australia’s Collins Class Submarine (CCSM) program. Your responsibilities will also include leading Product Safety investigations, preparing detailed reports and clearly communicating findings and recommendations to relevant stakeholders across ASC and associated agencies.

Responsibilities

• Assess ASC’s Technical Support Agencies to ensure engineering capability and compliance for Collins Class Submarine sustainment
• Utilise ICAM techniques to conduct Product Safety Investigations
• Communicate investigation outcomes effectively to stakeholders across all levels
• Maintain Product Safety reports, databases, and Business Improvement Requests
• Collaborate with national and international stakeholders, maintain objectivity under conflicting views, and develop reasoned arguments to support decisions
• Develop deep knowledge of Product Safety processes and procedures, and demonstrate understanding of WHS&E and Quality Management Systems

About you 

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical, industrial, manufacturing, or a related field)
• 3+ years of experience in supplier quality or quality engineering.
• Proficiency in quality tools (FMEA, PPAP, APQP, SPC, 8D).
• Strong understanding of engineering management systems and supplier technical capability.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Proven experience in supplier engagement in a complex engineering environment
• Previous experience relating to the conduct of audit and/or technical investigations
• Familiar with or trained ICAM Investigator or similar qualifications

 Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance, an Australian Defence Security Clearance and an ability to access protected US defence technology. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearances and approvals.

Whilst ASC will accept all applications for this role, as this role requires an ability to access protected US defence technology, applicants holding nationality of certain foreign countries will not be eligible.

To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.

Benefits

• Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
• Secure and long-term career opportunities that provide a deeper purpose.
• Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work- life balance.
• 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.
• Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.
• Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.
• Volunteer leave, so you can contribute back to the community.
• Paid reservist leave to support our nation’s defence capabilities.
• Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
• A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive.
• Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.

About ASC

ASC has served as Australia’s submarine builder and sustainer for over 35 years. ASC built the Collins Class submarines and now sustains the fleet in Osborne, South Australia and in Henderson, Western Australia. Supported by its predominantly Australian supply chain and a highly skilled workforce, we deliver submarine capability and availability to the Royal Australian Navy.

Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.

Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.