Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Job Description
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We are seeking a permanent Manufacturing Quality Engineer (Level 1 MQE) to join our team based on site in Port Melbourne. This role sits within our Quality team, undertaking inspection responsibilities and an Engineering degree is NOT required.
The Quality team at Boeing Aerostructures Australia (BAA) ensures that conforming aerospace components are consistently delivered to our commercial airplane customers. MQE's inspect, verify product, problem solve and provide guidance to operations teams and are a vital part of our manufacturing support.
There is ongoing opportunity within the Quality team to challenge yourself with the use of new digital technologies and develop an understanding of complex products. Most importantly, as a member of the Quality team you will be an advocate for our customers through inspection and verification of our products.
Position Responsibilities:

• Perform / coordinate First Article Inspection records
• Ensure the current revision of tooling is maintained in the work area
• Verify product conformance through inspection and process compliance via oversight
• Raise and contribute to resolution of NCR's (Non-Conformance Reports) and CAR's (Corrective Action Reports)
• Create standard repair instructions
• Create and maintain Quality Records (Quality System and Project specific)
• Review and report quality performance
• Participate in external and internal audits
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Provide technical training
• This role does not require any Engineering work

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills / Experience):
You will need to be able to demonstrate the following:

• Experience in and/or knowledge of Manufacturing and/or Inspection processes
• Excellent communication and team work skills
• Ability to measure using hand measurement equipment
• Willingness to undertake shift work
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs
• Ability to interpret specification requirements
• Experience in problem solving techniques
• Trade or tertiary qualifications is highly regarded (No Engineering degree required)
• Quality inspection/assurance experience is highly regarded
• Knowledge of 3D and 2D Engineering models and GD&T is highly regarded
• Knowledge of aircraft parts and the Aerospace Industry is highly regarded
• Full unrestricted Australian working rights

Classification Level: These positions are covered by the Boeing Aerostructures Australia Pty Ltd (Port Melbourne) Enterprise Agreement 2025. These are Level 1 MQE (120%) award positions.
Applications close Sunday 15th February 2026.
About our benefits:

• Work on cutting edge projects
• Attractive remuneration and annual bonus
• Access discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation
• Salary packaging options available
• Health and wellbeing benefits including annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program

About us:
Boeing Aerostructures Australia is Australia's leading designer and manufacturer of composite flight control components for commercial aircraft. We are renowned for our collaborative and supportive working environment and for the incredibly high calibre of our people.
At Boeing Aerostructures Australia, we are committed to creating an inclusive and incident and injury free workplace, where employees can realise their career goals and make a positive contribution to Boeing's success.
If this role is you and you're excited by the opportunity to be part of building something amazing, we welcome your application.
Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 16, 2026
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
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.