At BAE Systems Australia:
* Do interesting work that MATTERS
* ENJOY what you do
* GROW your career
* Be YOU
BAE Systems Australia is proud to work in a thriving sector that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day, we push boundaries to deliver some of the world's most innovative and advanced technologies.
Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, our shared passion shapes our culture, and our people make it a truly great place to work.
We're aleader in advanced manufacturing for the defence industry,expanding sovereign capability at ourEdinburgh Parks facility in Adelaide. Our programs delivering cutting-edge solutions across Police and Defence's Air, Land, and Sea domains.
About the OPPORTUNITY
We currently have two exciting full-time, permanent opportunitie savailable within our Advanced Manufacturing – Service Centre team based at Edinburgh Parks, SA for a Technician and a Senior Technical Officer. Coming from a Defence, Aviation, or similarly regulated environment, you'll apply both low and high-power, component-level electrical expertise within the Service Centre team, supporting service contracts and ad-hoc field-returned product repairs.
Flexible work options are available, including a 9-day fortnight, to help you balance work and life. Note: there may be occasional travel opportunities for these roles to NSW and Western Australia.
Technician
* Test using automated and manual equipment.
* Diagnosis and repair at PCBA level.
* Assist with failure report preparation.
* Carry out equipment calibration and test equipment swaps.
* Help manage stock control and maintain an organised workspace.
* Learn and follow technical procedures and safety standards to Defence specifications.
* Collaborate with technicians/engineers to meet production targets.
Senior Technical Officer
* Perform complex testing of products and equipment using Automated Test Equipment.
* Conduct repairs and calibration of equipment and related systems.
* Prepare and manage failure reports for defective items and assist in root cause investigations.
* Lead or coordinate ad-hoc repair projectsfor field-returned products.
* Provide mentoring and on-the-job guidance to junior technicians and apprentices.
* Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying and implementing process or tooling enhancements.
* Liaise with engineering teams to support diagnostic and maintenance documentation improvements.
* Review and maintain technical documentation.
* Produce technical publication and test procedures.
About YOU
* Certificate III in Electronics (Technician) / Diploma/Degree in Electronics (Senior Technical Officer) or related disciplines.
* Proven experience testing and repairing high powered electronics.
* Experience in conducting component level maintenance and repairs of electronic assemblies.
* Ideally experience inDefence, Aviation, or other complex and highly regulated environments.
* A commitment to safety, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
* Experience mentoring or training others (Senior Technical Officer).
* Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (Desirable).
We believe in hiring for potential. If this role interests you but you don't meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.
About US
At BAE Systems Australia, you'll join a workplace that genuinely cares about your wellbeing. We value diversity and understand that an inclusive culture helps everyone thrive. As Australia's largest defence company, you'll be part of a global team delivering some of the most advanced and meaningful work in the country — with endless opportunities to shape your career, wherever it may lead.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peopleto apply. We're proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and as a member of the Circle Back Initiative, committed to responding to every applicant. To learn more about our employee benefits, flexibility options, and recruitment process, visit BAE Systems Careers.
Application REQUIREMENT & CLEARANCE
To apply, please submit your CV and whilst not mandatory a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role is desirable. As a Defence security clearance is required, applicants must be Australian citizens and either hold or be eligible to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1)clearance. Further information on security clearances can be found here. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are also applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.