About Us

CEA is an Australian Commonwealth company that designs, develops, manufactures and sustains advanced active phased array radar systems. The company’s design principles and commitment to investment in research and development ensures innovative thinking, technological skill, and quality fabrication.

Our programs include the ANZAC and Hunter Class frigates and air defence applications for Army and Air Force, and Range applications. Through our longstanding and ongoing collaboration with Defence, CEA Technologies has undertaken research and development into all aspects of active electronically scanned array technologies. This has resulted in the creation of a highly modular and scalable product suite, which have become integral to a wide range of critical Defence capabilities.

The Position

The Quality Control (QC) Officer is responsible for monitoring all quality control activities in the Stores area (e.g. Goods Inwards, Returns to Stores, etc.) and assisting in the day-to-day operations of the Stores area.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare, compile and maintain QC Inspection documentation.
- Proactively coordinate and perform the QC Inspection of Goods Inwards.
- Attend the timely completion of the QC Returns to Stores, as inspected.
- Routinely perform QC activities associated with Kits.
- Plan, implement and conduct QC Cycle Counts, with accuracy.
- Perform data entry and record keeping, with accuracy of input into the inventory management system (IMS).
- Maintaining the warehouse and office area (housekeeping / cleaning).
- Assist with reconciliations, inventory planning, stock takes, and the placement of stock into designated locations within Stores / Warehouse.
- Conduct analysis and process information for continuous improvement.




- Provide verbal and written input to the work instruction process by continually identifying and suggesting opportunities for improvement.
- Provide assistance to other Stores officers.
- Support the Supply Chain and Incoming Goods Supervisor to monitor trends and establish QC / Stores KPIs for achievement; for reporting purposes.
- Any other duties as directed including but not limited to, assistance to management and other stores officers.

Benefits

- Six weeks annual leave per year
- Superannuation of 14.0%
- Free car parking
- Paid parental, compassionate, defence reserve & voluntary emergency services leave
- Employee assistance and wellbeing programs
- Access to health insurance for the defence community, partners and families
- Salary packaging for novated leasing
- Opportunities for professional growth and development

Our Ideal Candidate

- Demonstrated knowledge of Stores / Warehousing to carry out specified activities.
- Competent in use of Microsoft applications; experience with PRONTO advantageous.
- Experience with hand tools and moisture handling & component recognition.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- High attention to detail with strong data entry skills.
- Ability to multitask and prioritise workloads.
- Knowledge of electronic components and QC inspection activities related to them.
- Self-motivated to work autonomously or within a team.
- Customer focused with a timely service orientation

Eligible to obtain and maintain an AGSVA clearance – Baseline .





ITAR

This position requires employees to access equipment and data that is subject to U.S International Traffic and Arms Regulation (ITAR). As such, applicants must disclose the following information at the time of application.

- Place of Birth
- Countries of current or past citizenship (including any dual citizenship or nationality) and residence,
- Countries of issue for current and past passports and
- Other information related to their nationality for security and ITAR compliance purposes.

To find out more about our Citizenship and Nationality requirements, please visit

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at CEA

CEA is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. As an Equal Chance Employer, we strive to create a culture where all employees are respected and empowered to contribute positively to our organisation, regardless of their cultural background, age, gender identity, neurodiversity, disability, family and carer commitments, religion or sexuality. We welcome applications from veterans, those returning from a career break, people with disabilities and those who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander.

For information on Equal Employment Opportunity & Privacy or Security & Citizenship requirements please visit

Should you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know. You can also email ***********@cea.com.au for a confidential discussion.

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📌 Quality Control Officer (Canberra)
🏢 CEA Technologies
📍 Canberra