Systems Safety Engineer

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As a Systems Safety Engineer, this dynamic opportunity will have you mentor staff and assist with establishing the standardisation of process and analysis methods. The role will involve effective engagement with the broader NGA Engineering & Technical Services community, and building relationships with customer organisations.

• System Safety Engineering and System Safety Program Management in support of aircraft airworthiness, safety, capability, availability, reliability, maintainability, mission success, and life cycle costs goals.
• Co-ordinating investigations into aircraft system deficiencies, within the System Safety remit.
• Supporting the development and implementation of continuous improvement activities.
• Completion of assigned tasks with effective and timely deliverables, reporting and communication of status.
• Technical reporting requirements.
• Active participation in improvement activity development and implementation.
• Developing and maintaining the In-service Materiel Safety Program Plan, enabling Work Instructions, Templates and Knowledge base.
• Developing and maintaining a communication plan, agreed with relevant stakeholders, detailing the People and information necessary to achieve success for enterprise Safety Management System.
• Providing technical leadership to the System Safety Team.

• Bachelor of Engineering (Aeronautical/Aerospace) or Engineers Australia recognised equivalent.
• Ability to obtain Registered Professional Engineer Queensland (RPEQ) or equivalent state-based engineering registration.
• Ability to obtain Chartered Professional Engineering status through Engineers Australia.
• Capable of attaining or currently hold an NV-1 Australian Defence Security Clearance.
• Demonstrated experience as a Professional Engineer within the aviation industry.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
• Demonstrated performance, people leadership and customer interface skills/experience.
• Knowledge of configuration management, airworthiness regulation, and certification concepts utilised by ADF and/or civil operators.

• 18 weeks paid parental leave
• Flexible Working Options including Hybrid Working, 9-day Fortnights, Volunteer leave, varying start and finish times to suit family needs.
• 2 Weeks Paid Reservist leave
• Health, Wellbeing and Generous Employee discount programs
• Additional purchased annual and salary packaging option
• Ongoing career progression opportunities—leadership development, education support, ongoing career growth through internal movement

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) is applicable, and your nationality may be a factor in determining suitability. You will also need to satisfy police checks and employment screening verification.

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Systems Engineering / Safety
• Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing

Who we are: At Northrop Grumman Australia, we have been defining possible for the ADF for over 20 years. Our commitment to safeguarding Australia's future by delivering pioneering technology is matched by our commitment to building a great place to work and supporting each other.

Everyone Matters: We have policies and initiatives in place to help you define possible based on your needs, supporting STEM education, veterans, communities and the environment. Employee Resource Groups enable our people to share interests in areas such as veterans, gender, and young professionals.

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