About You: Are you an aerospace engineer looking to make a strategic impact in Defence aviation?
This is your opportunity to contribute to the sustainment of one of Australia's most advanced airborne capabilities.
You will be working on either the P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft (a Boeing 737 variant equipped for surveillance, anti-submarine warfare, and search-and-rescue missions), or the MC-55A Peregrine (Defence's newest platform for airborne intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and electronic warfare capability).
As an Aerospace Engineer - Sustainment, you'll play a key role in ensuring the ongoing airworthiness, reliability, and mission-readiness.
You'll work closely with Defence stakeholders to deliver engineering solutions that support long-term capability outcomes and operational effectiveness.
What you will be involved in: Leading engineering sustainment activities for either the P-8A Poseidon or the MC-55A Peregrine within the Surveillance and Response System Program Office (SRSPO)Developing and executing forward sustainment plans, with a focus on airworthiness, reliability, and capability enhancementPartnering with Defence stakeholders to align engineering support with operational requirementsManaging contracts and coordinating engineering and logistics inputs for aircraft upgrades and modernisationSupporting Performance Based Management Unit (PBMU) operations and ensuring engineering alignment with broader capability goalsResponding to emerging sustainment and engineering requirements with agility and initiativeProviding oversight of Task Request Forms (TRFs) and ensuring timely engineering executionWhat we would like from you: Degree qualified in Aerospace Engineering or a related engineering discipline, with relevant post-graduate experience and/or demonstrated industry experience in aircraft sustainmentExperience in Defence engineering within a CASG Aircraft Sustainment System Program Office (SPO)Proven ability to coordinate complex engineering sustainment tasksStrong stakeholder engagement skills: experience working with Surveillance and Response Group (SRG) is highly regardedFinancial acumen to support engineering-driven sustainment decisionsMust hold an NV1 AGSVA Security Clearance and be an Australian citizenLife at Nova - it all adds up
With people being our point of difference, we deliver on promises, reward good work, champion professional growth and support flexibility, all within a diverse and inclusive culture that recognises moments that matter.Life at Nova is our collection of employee benefits, designed to meet the many and varied needs of our people.
Just a few of the great benefits you will have access to are: Generous Parental Leave: Primary Carers receive 20 weeks paid leave; Partner Carers receive 4 weeks.
Full superannuation contributions for up to 52 weeksProfessional and Personal Development: Up to $5,000 per year of allowance with PD leave included.
Up to $750 per year can be used towards wellbeing such as a gym membership or assets related to wellbeing activitiesAdditional Leave: Ranges from - Reserve, Loyalty, Emergency Services, Purchased (up to 2 weeks), and Community ServiceFlexibility: We promote a culture that encourages and enables flexible ways of working that support our peopleDress For Your Day: We empower our people to determine their outfit for the activities of the day which allows for personal expression that builds trustReward & Recognition Program: Offering exclusive discounts from hundreds of major retailers, helping you to save on groceries, petrol, holidays, and moreEmployee Assistance Program: for employees and family membersAnnual ANZ conference: Great way to connect more broadly and strengthen your internal networks and have some fun
Wellbeing Hub with access to health and fitness contentAccess to Defence Health and Travel InsuranceFree Flu Vaccination annuallyNovated Leasing and Salary SacrificeNova Employee Company Share OfferAn inclusive, collaborative, and supportive cultureSocial activities throughout the year, we even dress up at times, think Safari - we don't like to take ourselves too seriously
You can view the full range of benefits at APPLY NOWAlternatively for a confidential discussion, please contact Mathan Sathy in the Nova Talent Acquisition Team on (08) 8252 7100.
Nova Systems does not accept any recruitment agency solicitation.Nova Systems is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone feels safe, valued, and included, where our people are our point of difference.
Nova Systems respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and waters in which we live and work, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.
Nova Systems also acknowledges the services of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have contributed to defending Australia and its national interests.
To find out more about our commitment to Reconciliation - Nova Systems RAP Nova Systems is a Veteran Employment Supporter of the Veteran Employment Program.
We value the skills Veterans bring and encourage Veterans and Defence partners to apply.
Nova supports our Veterans through reserve leave and top-up pay entitlements.
No need to tailor the use of Defence language in your resume, we prefer to see this however, please let us know if you need support with your application.
We also ensure all applications receive a response and feedback when appropriate.
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian Citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance.
International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.
To learn more, please visit: About Nova:Nova Systems is Australia's largest privately-owned Defence company with global reach.
We are leaders in capability assurance and systems integration solving complex challenges in innovative ways.
We are relied on to develop and test capabilities critical to national security and safety.
We are trusted to integrate mission systems solutions and develop software and products that protect lives every day.
For 25 years, Nova has brought a different perspective.
From national Defence and essential services to border control and cyber security, these are the challenges we partner with our clients to anticipate, understand, and solve.
We have strategically located offices in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Norway, and Singapore.
But what makes Nova Systems truly unique, is our people.
Nova Systems is where the best and brightest minds come together to challenge, collaborate, and innovate.
At Nova Systems, we see things differently.