The EL 1 Systems Safety Manager works directly in support of the Chief Engineer (CENGR) Military Type Certificate Holder (MTCH) as the subject matter expert (SME) to support the E-7A Wedgetail.
Their primary tasks contain, but are not limited to:
* Work with Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) and Air Force to support Defence Aviation Safety Regulations (DASR) Safety Management System (SMS) development and decision making;
* Evaluate safety management data to inform planning, decision-making, priority setting, and implementation;
* Oversee governance and assurance of E-7A DASR SMS;
* Supporting Risk Assessment reviews; Retained Risk Review; Military Permit To Fly; Occurrence Reports; and Airworthiness Directives;
* Ensure safety aspects of Defence materiel systems are considered and incorporated into Aerospace engineering activities;
* Attend Airborne Surveillance Control and Intelligence Systems Program Office (ASCISPO) Joint Management Framework Safety meetings.
* Review hazard analysis to ensure they meet with the requirements and legislative, policy and regulatory frameworks;
* Provide Certificate of Airworthiness (CoA) system safety advice to the Military Type Certificate Holder.
* Represent ASCISPO at the Surveillance Response Group (SRG) / Aviation Hazard Review Board (AHARB) and other safety forums;
* Perform in accordance with EL1 Duty Statement; support the MTCH; monitor System Safety Programs; and DASR SMS.
About our Team
Airborne Surveillance Control and Intelligence Systems Program Office (ASCISPO) plays a critical role in shaping the future of Australia's airborne surveillance capability.
Working with leading industry partners and international military services, we deliver engineering, maintenance, logistics, and training support for the Air Force's E-7A Wedgetail fleet—and we're driving the acquisition of its next‑generation replacement.
Part of Defence's capability delivery agency, our integrated team includes Australian Public Servants, Defence personnel, and industry experts, primarily based at Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Base Williamtown, NSW, with a small presence in the United States of America (USA).
Workplace Culture
* Build trust through partnerships that deliver real capability outcomes.
* Empower bold decision‑making through informed risk assessment.
* Champion flexibility and creativity to deliver timely solutions.
* Prioritise balance and well‑being so our people thrive.
* Invest in growth and learning, and celebrate diversity.
Our Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will have:
* Excellent interpersonal, time‑management, written and communication skills, including strong emotional intelligence and resilience, tailoring your approach when targeting audiences;
* The ability to flexibly adapt to changing situations, including using sound judgement under pressure, to ensure the success of key deliverables;
* Experience working with relevant Aviation Safety Regulations;
* Knowledge and proficiency in systems engineering concepts.
Appointment to this position will be conditional upon approval to access US controlled export materiel in accordance with the United States Arms Export Control Act.
Application Closing Date: Sunday 01 February 2026
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