World-leading partnership delivers innovative aerospace solutions for the ADF
Air Affairs Australia is a leading provider of high-performance aerial training solutions to the Australian Defence Force (ADF), based in the Shoalhaven. The company has a strong track record of developing and delivering innovative training programs that have helped enhance the capabilities of the ADF in areas such as air threat representation, test and evaluation, and engineering.
As well as providing critical skills development opportunities for young people in the local area, Air Affairs has also contributed significantly to the local economy by supporting supply chains and fostering community development.
In late 2022, Air Affairs joined forces with QinetiQ, a global defence and security company, to form QinetiQ Air Affairs. This new partnership offers a world-leading pathway of skills development, exposure to cutting-edge technology, and mentoring from world-renowned specialists in the aerospace domain.
Located alongside HMAS Albatross at Yerriyong and close to Jervis Bay, QinetiQ Air Affairs is uniquely positioned to provide leading air threat representation services and capabilities to the ADF and overseas defence customers. The company’s in-country manufacturing capability enables it to deploy expertise across the entire product lifecycle, delivering innovative solutions that are timely and cost-effective.
With a workforce of more than 200 in the Shoalhaven area and a larger Australian workforce of 650, QinetiQ Air Affairs is investing in new technology, products, and systems to better support the operational readiness of a modern Joint Force.
Chris Sievers, CEO of QinetiQ Air Affairs says:
“Our dedicated Shoalhaven talent is delivering essential threat representation, test and evaluation, engineering and manufacturing capabilities to secure Australia’s vital defence interests in the Asia-Pacific region.”