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The Role
The Electromagnetic Warfare and Intelligence Systems Land System Program Office (EWIS-L SPO) is seeking to fill the EL 1 Integration Manager position within the EWIS-L SPO.
The EL 1 Integration Manager will support verification and validation of materiel systems delivered by the Tactical Electronic Warfare (TacEW) Program and will be responsible for:
The management of the TacEW Integration Facility and direct supervision of one APS 6 Communications Engineer. Applying established technical, operational, professional and administrative activities, procedures, practices and project management methodologies. Establishing and maintaining internal and external stakeholder engagement. Leading various functions and coordinating inputs according to organisational practices, methods and standards. Ensuring compliance with legislative, policy and regulatory frameworks. This role is eligible for an additional remuneration benefit known in Defence as a Building Defence Capability Payment (BDCP).
This enables Defence to provide a premium, in addition to the base salary otherwise payable under the Defence Enterprise Agreement (DEA), for positions in occupational disciplines/classifications that are critical to Defence capability.
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About our Team
Electromagnetic Warfare and Intelligence Systems Branch in Joint Systems Division is an exciting and complex environment, offering a rewarding career in one of the most dynamic organisations within CASG.
We deliver, integrate and sustain intelligence and electromagnetic warfare capabilities into a wide range of air, land and maritime platforms and systems.
We have a high performing culture and are faced with complex challenges in our role to defend Australia and its interests.
EWIS Land SPO is comprised of members from various geographic locations and disciplinary backgrounds with diverse skills working together to deliver and support capabilities to the ADF and external Government agencies.
This includes Force Protection Electronic Countermeasures, Explosive Ordnance Disposal Robots, Deliberate Route Clearance as well as Tactical Electronic Warfare systems.
Our Ideal Candidate
Key attributes and experience we are looking for:
Substantial track record of successful management of engineering projects in the EW, RF, systems engineering or software engineering domains using appropriate engineering practices. Ability to manage complex system installations, integration and technical regulatory requirements. Demonstrated focus on timely resolution of issues. A thorough understanding of engineering disciplines. Demonstrated experience managing teams in a complex environment. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to negotiate and build relationships with stakeholders. Sound commercial and business acumen and a demonstrated understanding of the Defence Industry sector in Australia. High-level organisational skills, self-drive and initiative with the ability to influence others to achieve tasks and business objectives. Security Clearance:
Prior to commencement, successful applicants will be required to undergo a psychological assessment and an extensive security clearance process.
As a Positive Vetting clearance is required, applicants must be Australian Citizens; be able to account for their personal background for their whole life; and be able to demonstrate suitability to work in a high security intelligence environment.
Mandatory Qualifications:
This engineering position requires a Bachelor of Engineering from an Australian institution, or a qualification gained elsewhere, that satisfies the requirements of the Washington Accord for recognition as a Professional Engineer.
This engineering position may require the individual to be able to meet the requirements of Chartered Professional Engineer (Engineers Australia), Registered Professional Engineer (Professionals Australia) or Fellow/Member of Royal Institution of Naval Architects or demonstrated the ability to obtain such status within 12 months.
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy.
Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job.
For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability
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