Senior Principal Engineer

4 weeks ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia Ali Kavanagh Full time
Your new company Join a cutting-edge defence company that's redefining innovation A highly dynamic national business, committed to pushing the boundaries of technology and design. The team is passionate, forward-thinking, and dedicated to creating groundbreaking solutions. I am currently working with a company working across multiple areas of expertise in the maritime space, specifically in Electronic Warfare. After significant expansion in the Canberra HQ, they are looking for a Principal Engineer / Senior Principal Engineer to join their growing team. We are seeking engineering professionals to support a range of technical programs across various sectors. The position involves managing engineering documentation, change processes, and system configurations within complex environments. Key Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain configuration and change management plans
Establish and control system baselines
Conduct audits and assessments related to system integrity
Develop and maintain configuration management plans in accordance with Defence standards
Establish and control configuration baselines for defence systems and subsystems
Conduct configuration audits
Prepare, review, and process Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) in accordance with Defence requirements.
Conduct impact assessments for proposed engineering changes

What you'll need to succeed

Expert-level knowledge of Defence configuration management standards
Leadership experience in major Defence programs
Strategic planning and process improvement capabilities
Mentoring and team leadership experience
Experience with Defence capability acquisition and sustainment programs
Knowledge of ASDEFCON
Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., IBM DOORS, Windchill, TeamCenter)
Knowledge of systems engineering standards
Current NV1 Clearance

What you'll get in return
You will gain exposure to innovative and advanced technologies, not only delivering on current designs but also be involved in the design and development of new and exciting projects. You will join a team where your ideas and suggestions are valued and considered, allowing you to reach your full engineering and innovative potential. Endless opportunities for professional growth and advancement, a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package as well as working in a dynamic work environment.

Competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects.
Collaborative and innovative work environment.
Career growth and development opportunities.

What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Ali.Kavanagh@hays.com.au, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Please click here to apply.

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