Technical Leader | Platform Engineering Manager
Job Opportunity
Are you a systems-minded engineering leader who excels at guiding complex platform engineering?
We're seeking a senior technical director to lead the engineering of a nation-shaping maritime program.
The Opportunity
As a key member of our team, you will set the technical direction, bring cross-functional teams together, and ensure designs are integrated, safe, and ready for service.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Provide senior technical leadership and design authority across multi-discipline engineering teams
* Drive systems engineering best practice across the lifecycle, ensuring designs are integrated, verified, and fit for purpose
* Lead design governance and reviews, manage risk/issue resolution, and champion safety and certification outcomes
* Oversee configuration/change control and ensure high-quality engineering plans, processes, and documentation
* Engage confidently with customers, primes, and internal stakeholders to align priorities and clear blockers
About You
10+ years in complex systems engineering (maritime/defence/regulated industries ideal) with proven leadership of multi-disciplinary teams
Track record guiding platform-level integration, assurance, and delivery in high-consequence environments
Deep understanding of systems engineering and verification/validation; comfortable with design governance and change control
Clear communicator who builds trust with executives, customers, and delivery teams
Degree in Engineering (Chartered/Registered highly regarded)
Benefits
* Competitive executive package: from $280k - $350k depending on experience + bonus + benefits
* Relocation assistance for interstate and international candidates (visa support considered)
* Help shape a flagship maritime program with real national impact
* Supportive leadership, strong engineering culture, and clear runway for progression
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