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About Your Role: Senior Systems Engineer
This role provides systems engineering support of the Synthetic Training Environment for the through life support phase of the Helicopter Aircrew Training System Project. You will be accountable for delivering quality engineering solutions to the project and customer needs. This pivotal role will be a member of the project leadership team with an expectation of contribution to the strategic objectives for the project.
Duties & Responsibilities:
* Manage all aspects of engineering services delivery for the project
* Manage and execute Engineering Change Proposals
* Understand customer needs and perform requirements analysis and elicitation
* Develop and maintain engineering baseline documentation
* Conduct and document technical investigations
* Track engineering KPI and system health indicators
* Oversee and manage a through life obsolescence program for the Synthetic Training Environment and ICT systems
* Role is hybrid and can be based at either the Nowra site or Rydalmere. Must be prepared to travel to Nowra as-needed on semi-regular basis
Highly Desirable Qualifications and Skills;
* Qualifications in Engineering, Computer Science and/or other related field
* Eligible for recognition by Engineers Australia (IEAust) or equivalent
* Experience in electrical, electronic, communication & information technology systems
* Experience within a simulator, aviation or other tech environment
* Practical knowledge in system engineering processes & activities & software configuration management
* Exceptional written and verbal communication
* Strong customer relationship management
Benefits @ Thales
* Competitive remuneration + Super + Bonus
* Free medical health insurance for you and your family
* ThalesFlex – flexibility working is our everyday
* Fitness Passport Discount
* Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech)
* Modernised Paid Parental Leave
* Novated Lease options
* Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work
* Driving distance to two of Australia's major capital cities: Sydney and Canberra
* Australian coastal lifestyle with ready access to numerous beaches and national parks along the New South Wales South coast
Good to Know
You'll get an email acknowledgement after you've applied, Thales strives to provide a personalised experience for all suitable applicants.
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, candidates Must be eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate Australian Government clearance. To learn more about clearances please visit –
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