Overview This role will lead the complex engineering heart of this scaling Deep Tech business both operationally and strategically across all engineering disciplines - Electro Optical, Mechatronic, Systems, Firmware, Materials, Hardware, Mechanical.The Company Autonomous Optical Sensors for the Defence Industry.Energetic, company with a lot of energy, passion, and ambitionInclusive, transparent, diverse and engaging cultureThe Role Senior Engineering Leadership role with clear route to C-SuiteOversee engineering design principles, documentation, and process optimisation to ensure efficiency and scalability.Lead Multidisciplinary engineering programs - Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, MechatronicsProduct development to Product Manufacturing and Sustainment.People Leadership - Training & Development, Engineering DisciplineThought Leadership, Strategic Vision, Program Management, Product ManagementGuide the technology roadmap, drive engineering excellencePioneer emerging technologies while delivering mission-critical solutions.Foster a culture of technical excellence, continuous learning, and high performance.Contribute to strategic decisions, aligning engineering initiatives with business objectives.Manage the engineering P&L; - budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocationAbout You Degree in Electronics, Aerospace, Software, Mechanical Engineering or a related field.Background as an Engineer - Aerospace, Mechatronics.
.You will have delivered a product and dealt with consequences of decisions15+ years total experience and strong engineering leadership and program management of engineering programs of workProven leadership experience in engineering teams, ideally within the defence, aerospace, or autonomous systems sectors.Demonstrated ability to balance technical leadership with strategic business contributionsExperience managing engineering budgets, with a solid understanding of P&LLead; and support a high-performing engineering team, fostering a culture of ownership, collaboration, and technical excellence.Seniority level DirectorEmployment type Full-timeJob function Engineering and Information TechnologyIndustries Airlines and AviationTechnology, Information and MediaDefense and Space ManufacturingBase pay rangeA$200,000.00/yr - A$230,000.00/yr#J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Engineering Director, Defence - Systems Engineering, Aerospace, Uav, Optics, Payloads
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📍 Melbourne