The acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines is a 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 Platform Systems Engineers to join the 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:
Ship and Auxiliary Systems (For example, Hydraulic Systems, Fluid Systems, Power, Energy and Atmospheres, etc.)Test and Evaluation and Verification & ValidationWhole Ship IntegrationWhole of Submarine Safety Case (WSSC)SurvivabilityStructural IntegritySubmarine Construction and MaintenanceNaval ArchitectureMaterials, Corrosion and CoatingsThese 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 Platform Systems Engineer you will be required to:
Accountable for providing leadership and direction to ensure a high-level of integration and consistency across ASA.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 Platform System.Draw upon deep specialist knowledge and expertise of the relevant engineering field in Platform Systems, business and operational context to identify issues and uncertainties and address appropriately.Execute assigned Safety Delegations through leading and ensuring safety aspects have been considered and addressed.Support the 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 the scope of delegation.Provide research and recommendations at the appropriate level for Upkeep, Upgrade, and Update.Research, review, and report on alternatives and impacts regarding Concessions & Departure from Design Intent (DDIN) for relevant systems.Research, recommend, and endorse relevant submarine operating documentation.You may also be required to assist in supporting further development of the Directorate's 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 Team The Design Control, Sovereign Submarine Capability, and Technical Base branches reside within the Technical Division. The Design Control Branch (Submarine Platform) is responsible for approving and maintaining the Submarine Platform design intent through life. The Sovereign Submarine Capability branch provides the project engineering workforce and ensures the build and sustainment meet the design intent. The Technical Base Branch (Submarine Platform) 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 Candidate We 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.Professional 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 2024 For further information please review the job information pack, reference ASA/09364/24 on Defence Careers.
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