Fixed term until January 2028 | Full-Time Higher Education Officer Level 6 | $89,773 - $95,718 p.a. About the Centre for Defence Engineering Research and Training (CDERT) Working together with our partners in the defence industry, both in Australia and in allied nations, CDERT is focused on the provision of research, training and consultancy excellence. Our research objective is to work with our partners to find innovative practical solutions to real-world defence problems. Our training programs are designed to meet the rapidly growing demand from our partners, to build a highly-skilled workforce supporting the uptake of advanced technologies driving industrial transformation.
Flinders University is proud to have been acknowledged as the Best Future Skills Provider for 2024 in the Defence & National Security Workforce Awards.
About the Role The Centre for Defence Engineering Research and Training within Flinders University's College of Science and Engineering has an exciting new opportunity for a Technical Officer in Maritime Autonomy to join their research team. Working with a collaborative team including a range of internal and external stakeholders, the Technical Officer will support research efforts to develop mechatronic systems for uncrewed surface and underwater vehicles. Primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the design, construction, commissioning, and maintenance of specialised equipment and facilities.
To be successful in this role, the Technical Officer will:
Design, construct, program, test and commission specialised robotic equipment and embedded systems for maritime applications using engineering tools to specifications developed in collaboration with stakeholders. Carry out repairs, maintenance and calibration to commercial & in-house constructed laboratory equipment. Perform administrative functions including preparing technical documentation, keeping maintenance records, administering WHS policies, and preparing WHS compliance related documentation. The successful candidate is required to be: An Australian Citizen, eligible to gain an Australian Defence Clearance and meet International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Citizens of allied nations may also consider applying. Capable of providing a National Police Clearance obtained within the last 3 months. And potentially attain, and maintain, an Australian Security clearance level NV1 as determined under the Australian Government Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF). About You As the successful candidate, you will hold a tertiary degree in Robotics, Mechatronics or Electronics Engineering with relevant experience. You will have experience in designing innovative electronic and mechanical systems using appropriate CAD tools, with implementation through both in-house and external manufacturing processes. Your strong attention to detail, coupled with excellent technical and analytical skills, will be key to your success.
Additionally, you will demonstrate:
Experience developing robotic and embedded systems using ROS/ROS2, Python, C/C++ (highly desired). Well-developed analytical skills together with the capacity to assess, understand, exercise technical judgment and communicate complex technical matters in a clear accurate manner. Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to liaise effectively with a wide range of people, including excellent written and verbal communication skills. Life at Flinders We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world.
Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders?
17% Superannuation + salary packaging options Flexible working arrangements Wide range of professional development activities and services We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff. Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACDT) Monday, 27 January 2024 Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted.
At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.
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