Job Title: Hardware Integration Engineer
Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled Hardware Integration Engineer to join our team in Exmouth, Western Australia. As a key member of the Northrop Grumman team, you will play a pivotal role in the delivery of the Deep Space Advanced Radar (DARC) capability.
The DARC facility is a global network of three next-generation ground sensors, based in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia. Together, they will deliver a unique 24/7 all-weather capability, tracking objects in geosynchronous orbit.
Your Role:
As a Hardware Integration Engineer at Northrop Grumman, you will assist the on-site Hardware Integration team and their suppliers in enabling the safe, quality, and timely integration of the DARC radar and mission system equipment.
Your duties will include performing initial Antenna Assembly and Integration, conducting Initial System Integration and Check Out (SI&CO) testing, and attending site meetings to support execution planning, risk mitigation development, and issue resolution.
You will also ensure that safety, schedule, and quality-related risks and issues are reported to the Hardware Lead and the NGADARC programme manager and maintain awareness of the System Safety Programme or Management plans, Hazard Log, and any mitigation actions that impact Hardware Integration.
About You:
To be successful in this role, you will require a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, ideally enhanced by mechanical and/or electrical trade qualifications, with experience in the construction and commissioning of communications infrastructure.
You should possess strong problem-solving skills, a keen ability to identify and mitigate risks, and excellent communication skills to work effectively within a small team and communicate intricately with project stakeholders across Australia and the United States.
What We Offer:
Professional Development - further education, leadership development, professional industry memberships, and unlimited access to a range of online trainingPurchased annual leaveSalary packaging including novated car leasesGenerous paid parental leaveVolunteer LeaveHealth & Wellbeing programEmployee Assistance ProgramEstimated Salary: $120,000 - $180,000 per annum, depending on experience.
Clearance Level: Secret (NV1)