About the Role
We are seeking a seasoned Project Principal Engineer to lead and coordinate critical engineering activities for a Navy project within Canberra.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering complex defence projects that safeguard Australia's future.
The successful candidate will have strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proven track record of managing high-level projects.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and deliver high-level project briefings to senior Defence stakeholders.
* Coordinate engineering, cyber, and safety working groups and major systems reviews.
* Oversee design certification, engineering governance, and risk management.
* Drive stakeholder engagement to progress tasks and maintain strong relationships.
* Review and improve engineering contract deliverables and project artefacts.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will need to have a strong background in Systems, Electrical, Communications, or Underwater Sensors Engineering.
You should also have excellent communication and leadership skills to influence and manage teams.
A proven ability to identify and mitigate technical risks is essential.
Requirements:
* Strong background in Systems, Electrical, Communications, or Underwater Sensors Engineering.
* Proven ability to identify and mitigate technical risks.
* Excellent communication and leadership skills to influence and manage teams.
* Experience in CASG/NSSG projects and the Defence Capability Lifecycle.
* Experience working in the maritime domain or Navy projects.
* Experience completing Detailed Design Review or other Major Systems Reviews.
* Coupled with an Engineering qualification that satisfies the requirements of the Washington Accord for recognition as a Professional Engineer.
About Us
We are a business dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of defence in Australia.
We are committed to making a real difference in protecting Australia's interests.
Benefits:
* Making a meaningful contribution to the defence of Australia.
* Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
* A collaborative and supportive work environment.
* A range of employee benefits and perks.
We are an inclusive and diverse organisation that values and respects the contributions of all our employees.
We welcome applications from candidates who share our values and are passionate about delivering complex defence projects.