670 HUNTER CLASS
ASC SHIPBUILDING
Grade: 8
Referral Fee Value: $3000
PURPOSE OF JOB:
The Manufacturing Engineering Manager- Software Solutions will provide expertise, governance, and oversight to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing digital systems and software solutions while serving as a technical authority and bridging production with other functions and engineering disciplines to drive improvements and support business goals.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
* Conduct and manage risk assessments for SHE, product safety, and manufacturing quality, ensuring compliance with OH&S and Australian Standards.
* Provide guidance on manufacturing execution system and the supporting systems to enable the effective and efficient transfer of information from the design to the operational environment.
* Lead and mentor Production Engineering teams, building technical capability and fostering junior staff development.
* Represent Operations and Manufacturing Engineering in business forums and review relating to digital systems and data transfer and integration of software tools.
* Drive root cause analysis, quality improvements, and resolution of process issues.
* Support the Operation team through rapid development of data and software solutions.
* Establish and develop relationships with stakeholders and other teams to provide fully deployed solutions.
* Ensure in-production modifications are captured in change management systems.
* Manage production capabilities to meet cost, quality, and schedule goals while driving innovation, waste elimination, and competitiveness.
* Provide technical governance, maintain ITAR compliance, and oversee engineering and manufacturing processes.
* Support engineering-production interface issues, facilities upgrades, and technology transfer programs.
KEY CRITERIA:
* Experience in an operational technology environment
* Experience in the planning, administration and management of software development projects (including web applications
* Solid understanding of MRP fundamentals.
* Proven professional integrity, advanced technical expertise, strong decision-making skills, and maturity in judgment.
* Significant experience in a relevant engineering discipline.
* In-depth practical knowledge of manufacturing processes in both commercial and/or defence environments.
* Strong ability to make independent judgments and decisions related to the role.
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across all levels (both verbal and written).
* Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain.
* Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic In Arms (ITAR) regulations.
Please apply to Sara Milne online here by close of business on the closing date. Your application should include a resume and whilst not essential, a cover letter is preferred. Please note, it is a business expectation that you advise your line manager of your application.
Please note that business impact will need to be considered and negotiated transition plans will be required for internal appointments.
Employees are also encouraged to refer others for this vacancy – refer to: Employee Referral Scheme
for further information on eligibility and instructions on how to use our online referral portal. Whilst referrals are encouraged for this vacancy, suitable internal applicants will always be given first preference and consideration.