Overview
Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies. Step into a world where cutting‐edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi‐mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe. As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five‐eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub‐surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionising the way naval missions are executed. We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game‐changing technologies, including state‐of‐the‐art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems. Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide.
Flexible Working
At Ultra Maritime, we understand that your personal life is just as important as your professional one. That's why we support and promote flexible working arrangements where possible, offering a 9‐day fortnight working pattern, extended weekends every other week, and flexible start and finish times. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and trust our employees to get the job done.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and plan drafting work (including work breakdown, cost and schedule estimates) and allocate appropriate work to members of the drafting team.
* Participate in system design and hardware requirements reviews, and establish the mechanical and drafting specific requirements for projects.
* Collaborate with project engineering staff to develop candidate solutions that meet customer requirements and present solutions during design reviews.
* Oversee mechanical modelling of equipment and develop detailed product drawings in accordance with the DEF(AUST) 5085 Standard.
* Manage the configuration control of project drawings and support the relevant Project System Technical Authority.
* Utilise design capture and analysis tools to enable design tasks to be completed in a timely manner.
* Conduct analysis in mechanics (statics and dynamics), vibration, acoustics, thermodynamics, heat transfer and fluid dynamics.
* Support the commercial manager and procurement team in identifying suitable suppliers and subcontractors, and assist in audits.
* Identify safety hazards and contribute to product safety engineering.
* Work with project engineering and production staff to optimise designs for manufacturability, repeatability, reliability and maintainability, incorporating Design For Manufacture and Assembly concepts.
* Create, maintain and change CAD designs, drawings and parts lists for electrical and mechanical parts and assemblies in accordance with company procedures.
* Support the integrity of the design by checking design artefacts, including documents and drawings created by self, subordinates and others.
* Identify non‐conformances with engineering drawings and parts lists and create Non Conformance reports.
* Participate in Health, Safety & Environment activities to maintain a safe and clean work environment.
* Support equipment integration and validation to ensure that the design meets its requirements.
Key Competency Requirements
* High proficiency in the CAD design program Solidworks and associated PDM configuration management tools.
* Strong understanding of raw material types, grades and specifications, including electroplated, chemically converted or painted processes.
* Deep knowledge of configuration management principles and proficiency in configuration management tools.
* Excellent computer literacy including Microsoft Excel and Word, with a strong understanding of file structures and databases.
* Knowledge of fabrication/manufacturing processes utilising DFMA principles.
* Proficiency in technical drafting with exceptional attention to detail, tolerance identification and visual communication of designs.
Highly Desirable Skills
* Experience in developing electrical drawings such as wiring diagrams, wiring lists and cable assemblies.
* Experience in developing electronic drawings such as circuit schematics or printed wiring board layouts.
* Experience presenting technical solutions during formal customer design reviews.
* Experience designing for naval or air environments, harsh environments such as salt atmosphere, shock and vibration, or using Solidworks FEA package.
Personal Attributes
* Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to deliver technical information to a wide range of stakeholders.
* Ability to multi‐task across a range of engineering activities.
* Proficiency in technical reporting with strong attention to detail.
* Strong problem‐solving techniques to provide reliable solutions to a variety of problems.
* Decision‐making ability with available information.
* Collaborative and professional teamwork across functional teams to achieve goals.
* Alignment with and promotion of the company's values.
Experience
* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
* At least 7 years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer.
* Experience in mechanical engineering design and development, preferably within Defence, Aerospace and/or Sonar.
* Experience leading people and teams.
* Experience developing and reviewing mechanical engineering and drafting/CAD estimates for scope, schedule and budget.
Nationality Requirements
The successfully appointed candidate must be eligible to obtain and maintain a current Australian Defence Security Clearance to Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1).
Diverse & Inclusive Employer
Ultra Maritime values diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion. We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures, believing this enriches our thinking and helps deliver on commitments. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.
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