Mechanical Engineer
Join BAE Systems Australia and be part of a team that designs and reviews engineering artefacts for our maritime clients.
We work in a thriving defence sector and produce some of the world's most innovative technology.
About the Opportunity
We have a great opportunity for aMechanical Engineerto join our Maritime business based either atOsborne, SAorMelbourne, Vic.
If you are based outside Adelaide, occasional travel to Osborne may be required.
This role is part of the PI Production Engineering Team within the DCE DDG program.
You will review engineering artefacts, identify and assess mechanical issues, and provide impact assessments for new drawing releases.
You will work with key stakeholders to resolve issues and propose solutions prior to production.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with engineering change reviews and design reviews of artefacts for production, manufacturing, and assembly as part of the DCE DDG upgrade program.
Advise and define production techniques for assembly and test processes to ensure on-time delivery of cost-competitive, high-quality products.
Input into design for manufacturability.
Provide recommendations and introduce new ways to identify defects and anomalies in design artefacts.
Act as an engineering technical liaison between Engineering, Production, Planning, Supply Chain, and PMs.
Support the DCE DDG cataloguing team by providing technical advice.
Provide metadata from engineering artefacts to support the development of CoConsole for OQEs.
Ensure all tasks are conducted safely, complying with WHS legislation and BAE Systems SHEQ policies.
Participate in problem identification and analysis.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Demonstrated experience in mechanical or structural design, review, and analysis of mechanical drawings / artefacts, preferably in a production environment.
Experience in a maritime or ship-building environment is highly desirable.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong stakeholder engagement skills – written and verbal communication with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with competing tasks and priorities.
Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain one.
Eligibility for International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) clearance.
About BAE Systems Australia
We embrace flexible work arrangements, such as a 9-day fortnight or hybrid working model.
We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.
We are offering other benefits including competitive salary, strong career progression, flexible work arrangements, and a supportive workplace culture focused on wellbeing.
Clearances
A Defence security clearance is required.
Applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances.
International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable; nationality may affect suitability.
Learn more about security clearances.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Defense and Space Manufacturing
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