Overview
BAE Systems Australia – We have a new opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer to join our Integrated Defence & Autonomous Systems team, working within the periscope sustainment program. This role will be based at Mawson Lakes, SA reporting to the Project Engineering Manager.
This role will utilise mechanical engineering knowledge to cover a range of tasks, working closely with maintenance technicians to perform technical investigations and engineering assessments to maintain the technical integrity of the periscopes. You will be working on a legacy product where obsolescence remediation will be an ongoing activity. Ensuring the product meets OEM requirements and compliance standards will be critical for this role.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide technical advice to maintenance technicians when production test requirements cannot be met when following specified procedures
* Identify suitable alternatives to components or materials no longer available due to obsolescence
* Generate statements of work for new services required for the manufacture, repair or maintenance of periscope parts and assemblies
* Conduct assessments of failure/usage rate of equipment to support purchase of spare parts
* Design and prototyping of parts and tooling to support maintenance operations
* Review of engineering drawings to ensure compliance with standards and specifications
* Perform investigations into failures and implement corrective actions to improve system reliability
This role will require occasional travel to Western Australia to visit the customer's operational site. We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as a 9-day fortnight and/or hybrid working.
About You
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, ideally Mechanical Engineering
* Demonstrated experience working as an engineer with high integrity systems
* Ability to problem solve and seek alternate solutions for obsolescence of a legacy product
* Practical hands-on experience with sophisticated mechanical hardware and assemblies
* Excellent interpersonal skills – the ability to liaise with various stakeholders, speak up about issues identified and work in a nurturing team environment
* Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain
* Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic In Arms (ITAR) regulations
We believe in hiring for potential; if you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.
About Us
You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing. Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings; an inclusive culture fosters belonging and helps everyone reach their potential.
As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore career paths; there are infinite possibilities at BAE Systems Australia. We recognise the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families and support our veteran community through VetNet Australia and other programs.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180. We commit to respond to every applicant as part of the Circle Back Initiative.
To learn more about our benefits, flexibility, and recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au
Clearances
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances. ITAR regulations apply and your nationality may be a factor. Please visit the relevant pages for more information.
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