Combat Systems Engineers

The acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines is an historic and transformative endeavour for Australia. The whole-of-nation effort to safely and securely deliver the cutting edge nuclear-powered submarine program will transform Australia's economic and national security landscape for decades to come. We are currently seeking high performing EL 2 Combat Systems Engineers to join our Technical Division. These roles do not require Defence experience exclusively and are open to Engineering Professionals from applicable industries. Some of the areas we are looking to recruit to include:Electronic Warfare, Radar and Other Sensors.Masts, associated sensors and Mast Raising Equipment.Weapons discharge, stowage and embarkation including Fire Control, Vertical Launch Systems, Weapons and Payloads Systems.Combat Information System and processing.Combat System architectures including integration and security.Communications (internal and external).Submerged Signal Ejectors and Deployables.Navigation Systems.Small arms and ordnance. Australia is leveraging the technology, capability and design expertise from the UK and US to build our nation's future nuclear-powered capability.These roles will be involved in evaluating and analysing a variety of considerations such as design, construction, operation, maintenance, installations and infrastructure of the nuclear-powered submarine fleet, within the Australian context, and transforming them into a world class capability.Your role may range from being technically focused on singular areas to a broad portfolio, depending on your area of work and expertise. You may also have the opportunity to work across other technical fields within the division. As an EL 2 combat Engineer you will:Be accountable for providing leadership and direction to ensure a high-level of integration and consistency across ASA.Be accountable for managing allocated resources, setting work area priorities, workflows, developing strategies and evaluating business outcomes. Drive the delivery of very complex engineering functions to maintain the design intent through life for the relevant Combat System.Draw upon deep specialist knowledge and expertise of the relevant engineering field in Combat Systems, business and operational context to identify issues and uncertainties and address appropriately. Provide Combat System design input through the tri-lateral partnership to the design evolution.Execute assigned Safety Delegations through leading and ensuring safety aspects have been considered and addressed.Support for relevant Whole of Submarine Safety Case (WSSC) approval, amendment and review.Support the management of Key Hazard Certificates and permissions to operate (i.e. Control Certificates) within scope of delegation.Provide research and recommendations at the appropriate level for Upkeep, Upgrade and Update.Research, recommend, and endorse relevant submarine operating documentationYou may also be required to assist in supporting further development of the Directorates Technical capability as well as the greater ASA business. This is an exciting, unique and once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to lead a program of national and international significance. ASA is an integrated civilian and military workforce that draws on high-quality and high-performing team members from diverse backgrounds and disciplines who embody Defence and Australian Public Service values and work every day with a nuclear mindset. About our TeamThe Design Control, Sovereign Submarine Capability and Technical Base branches reside within the Technical Division. The Design Control Branch (Combat Systems) is responsible for approving and maintaining the Combat System design intent through life. The Sovereign Submarine Capability branch provides the project engineering workforce and ensures the build and sustainment meets the design intent. The Technical Base Branch (Combat Systems) is responsible for the provision of deep Engineering and Scientific capabilities that enables and informs the Technical Authority. As a member of the Technical Division, you will continue to grow your subject matter expertise, be accountable for exercising any assigned authorities and Technical Regulatory Authority delegations and providing objective quality evidence.You will be provided with unique opportunities to develop your skills and experience. In addition to leveraging your existing experience, you will also work alongside others within the team with knowledge, skills and experience from a wide spectrum of disciplines.We operate with a strong focus on our people, technical development and integrity. We are underpinned by an inclusive culture that respects, values and utilises the contributions of people of different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We are collegiate and collaborative, requiring a high level of integration and consistency to achieve our outcomes for ASA.Our Ideal CandidateWe are seeking talented people who can work collegiately and have a passion for applying their technical skills and knowledge to assist with the development and implementation of scientific and engineering requirements. This will require a number of key competencies, such as:Technical mastery: Highly developed or the willingness to develop strong technical competence. This encompasses both your common and specialist skills and any additional technical competence.Communication: Strong written, intercultural and oral communication and negotiation skills. You will be required to communicate commercial and technical requirements to different stakeholders to inform decision making, build common understanding, share knowledge and maintain relationships.Decision-making: Sound judgment and logic, able to apply co-design practices, identify and mitigate risk, and be an analytical, strategic and systems thinker.Technical advice: The provision of subject matter expertise, reporting, analysis and guidance on technical fields, ensuring technical compliance and strong integrity.Technical excellence: In your professional area of expertise, you are adaptable, resilient and flexible.Due to the sensitive work undertaken by ASA, you may be required to undertake further eligibility and suitability screening.If you are a talented Engineering professional who has a passion for applying and developing their skills and knowledge, and wants to work within an integrated, collaborative and inclusive team, we want to hear from you.Application Closing Date: Sunday 17 November 2024For further information please review the job information pack, reference ASA/09344/24 on https://defencecareers.nga.net.au/?jati=45134575-1 EE0-28A8-01A9-DB36F85C8771  Researching careers? 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