Technical Director | Senior Engineering Manager
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Technical Director | Senior Engineering Manager
The Opportunity
Are you a systems-minded engineering leader who loves bringing complex platforms together? We're looking for a senior technical leader to guide whole‑of‑platform engineering on a nation‑shaping maritime program. You'll set the technical direction, bring cross‑functional teams together, and ensure designs are integrated, safe, and ready for service. If you enjoy turning big engineering challenges into clear plans and outcomes, this role puts you at the center of delivery.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Provide senior technical leadership and design authority across multi‑discipline engineering teams
* Drive systems engineering best practice across the lifecycle, ensuring designs are integrated, verified, and fit for purpose
* Lead design governance and reviews, manage risk/issue resolution, and champion safety and certification outcomes
* Oversee configuration/change control and ensure high‑quality engineering plans, processes, and documentation
* Engage confidently with customers, primes, and internal stakeholders to align priorities and clear blockers
About you
* 10+ years in complex systems engineering (maritime/defence/regulated industries ideal) with proven leadership of multi‑disciplinary teams
* Track record guiding platform‑level integration, assurance, and delivery in high‑consequence environments
* Deep understanding of systems engineering and verification/validation; comfortable with design governance and change control
* Clear communicator who builds trust with executives, customers, and delivery teams
* Degree in Engineering (Chartered/Registered highly regarded)
What's on offer
* Competitive executive package: from $280k - $350k depending on experience + bonus+ benefits
* Relocation assistance for interstate and international candidates (visa support considered)
* Help shape a flagship maritime program with real national impact
* Supportive leadership, strong engineering culture, and clear runway for progression
Who are we?
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