Date Posted:
2026-03-26
Country:
Australia
Location:
AU-WA-HENDERSON-001 ~ 1 Mcgrath Rd ~ MCGRATH
Position Role Type:
Hybrid
Work with an experienced team on the nation’s most complex engineering programs
Be valued and empowered to reach your full potential, supported by an inclusive culture
Gain hands‑on experience from concept to delivery – learn from the best in a high calibre team with great benefits and professional development
Right now, we are seeking a bright and energised
Principal Systems Engineer. Join our team of outstanding people with expertise across a wide variety of disciplines and position yourself at the forefront of tomorrow’s capabilities.
Reporting directly to the Combat System Technical Program Manager, you will be responsible for the recommendations and governance of new products into the Collins Class Combat Systems, ensuring that there is a seamless transition into service. As a proactive and collaborative engineer, you will engage directly with key stakeholders as you work to introduce new technology to Australia's fleet.
Key Responsibilities
Provide governance and support for Subsystem configuration changes.
Ensuring consistent Configuration Baseline management for the introduction of new products into the CS Baseline.
Review and acceptance of Subsystem Roadmaps including ensuring that proposed activities are completed in the timeframes required.
Lead and manage the risks and issues associated with the on‑going operations of each Combat System Subsystems through the Subsystem Working Groups (SWG) and ensure subsystems remain safe, available and capable.
Development of Project Briefs to articulate the engineering changes required to support the resolution of a DMDR. This includes working with the CS Architect to ensure alignment with the CS Architectural direction.
Assessment of proposed product changes by external CSSM Enterprise Partners and making recommendations to the customer on their suitability.
Analysis of the proposed CS product change and providing recommendations for the implementation and installation of the changes.
Peer reviewer for all engineering gates when product changes impacts on the relevant subsystem.
Providing product and simulator engineering support for relevant subsystem equipment installed at the Submarine Training School.
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
Degree Qualified in relevant Engineering disciplines with eligibility to hold Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) standing and a level of Design Authority delegation to support system Design Certification activities.
Ideally 8 years’ experience in Systems Engineering involving one or more of the following: requirements definition, requirements management, analysis, design, integration and verification.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with stakeholders at client, peer, supplier and senior leadership levels.
Knowledge of project management milestones coupled with the ability to work autonomously or with minimal supervision to deliver completed work according to scheduled commitments.
Available to undertake travel where necessary to meet requirements of the role.
In return, we will support you with access to best practice tools, systems and processes while continually investing in your growth by providing tailored learning and development opportunities.
This is your opportunity to join the brightest minds in the nation working for the mission on leading‑edge technology to deliver Australia’s most significant Defence capabilities.
If you are looking to contribute to the mission that matters, click apply now or contact us at careers@raytheon.com.au.
RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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