Combat Systems Warfare Expert

2 weeks ago


Devonport, Tasmania, Australia New Zealand Defence Force Full time

About the Role

The New Zealand Defence Force is seeking a skilled Combat System Specialist to join our team. As a key member of the Operations Room, you will play a vital role in detecting and classifying surface ships, submarines, and aircraft to inform action.

You will be responsible for operating military radar and information systems to build a comprehensive picture of the environment surrounding a warship. This includes locating, tracking, and classifying targets, as well as engaging them with shipboard and airborne weapons.

A crucial aspect of this role is operating remotely controlled weapons systems, including the Phalanx CIWS, Typhoon, and Mini-Typhoon heavy machine gun to defeat threats. You will also direct Maritime Helicopters in tasks such as Search and Rescue or anti-submarine warfare.

In addition to your technical skills, you will contribute to the daily operations of the Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN) and participate in missions such as boarding fishing vessels in the Ross Sea (Antarctica) or ensuring maritime trade routes remain open in the South China Sea, Malacca Straits, and Arabian Gulf.

Career Progression and Training

As a Combat System Specialist, you will undergo extensive training to develop your skills and knowledge. This includes Basic Training, Job Training, and Ongoing Training. You will learn to operate the Anzac Frigate Combat Management System, as well as advanced military radars and sonar systems.

Throughout your career, you will continually update your skillsets in our state-of-the-art Operations Room Simulator and conduct exercises onboard RNZN ships to refine your training and improve teamwork in the Operations Room.

Salary and Benefits

Careers in the Navy are well-rewarded, diverse, and exciting. Your salary will rise accordingly as you gain additional skills and qualifications. We offer a competitive salary, allowances for time spent in the field, at sea, overseas, or deployed on operations, and a range of benefits, including access to gyms and swimming pools, opportunities to travel, free and subsidised medical and dental care, and more.

$122,331

This figure is based on your experience and qualifications. As you progress in your career, your salary will increase accordingly.

Requirements

To be eligible for this role, you must meet the following requirements:

  • Be a minimum of 17 years of age upon entry.
  • Be free of any criminal conviction for the previous two years.
  • Have completed 3 years of secondary school.
  • Meet the minimum entry fitness standards.
  • Pass colour perception tests.

We encourage applicants who are interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment to apply for this role.



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