Aps 6 - Electromagnetic Test & Evaluation Technician

$85,607 - $97,790 (plus Super)
- Edinburgh - SA

**The Role**
Are you are interested in being involved with cutting edge military aircraft, flight test activities, and providing specialist aircraft engineering advice? If so, then this is the job for you.
This position offers a wide variety of challenging and rewarding tasks as well as the rare opportunity to be involved in supporting Army, Navy and Air Force flight trials through the Air Warfare Engineering Squadron (AWE SQN).
You will have the opportunity to collaborate with world leaders in the electromagnetic engineering field, including the Defence Science and Technology Group, United States Navy and specialist contractor organisations.
Applicants that demonstrate the personal attributes to effectively communicate and work harmoniously with diverse stakeholder groups may be considered suitable to participate in potential future embedded postings of 2-3 years with co-operative partners in the United States prior to returning to AWE SQN in Adelaide, Australia.
As an employer that values innovation and expertise, you will provide with funded opportunities to participate in professional development activities including seminars, conferences and Engineers Australian events.
As the Electromagnetic Test & Evaluation Technician within AWE SQN you will be part of a small team of specialists to deliver the following:

- Identify and implement emergent technologies to expand the Electromagnetic Test Section’s (EMTS) capabilities to address emerging Defence requirements.
- Assist to maintain the National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) accreditation for the facility.
- Provide support to internal and external tasking for Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility testing.
- Assist with the development and maintenance of partnerships with domestic and international electromagnetic test specialists.
- Promote strong stakeholder relationships with Air Force, Defence Science and Technology group and industry partners,
- Ensure that suitable hardware and software systems are available for execution of electromagnetic test
- Maintain proficiency as a Defence recognised Radio Frequency Radiation Safety Officer.
- Develop and review electromagnetic compatibility test reports.
- Perform test and evaluation activities within the Electromagnetic Test Chamber.
- Develop, analyse and employ models and simulations to inform electromagnetic interference and compatibility engineering outcomes.

**About our Team**
AWE SQN is the only Defence unit operating as a DASA Approved 21J Design Organisation. Accordingly, we are dedicated to the provision of specialist engineering designs and expert advice for:

- Aircraft Instrumentation, and Specialist Aerospace Advice.
- Specialist Air Weapons and Stores Advice, (including loading, clearance and employment), and integration of AUS/US air weapons programs.
- Electromagnetic Compatibility and Radio Frequency Analysis and Advice.
- Aerodynamic Modelling, Weapon Danger Area and Safety Assessments.
- Rapid Prototyping and Mechanical / Electrical Component and Systems Manufacture.
- This is not only a rare opportunity to grow your engineering career in an exciting and supportive environment but it will also allow you to be an integral part of a team which significantly contributes to Defence Capability.

To succeed in the role, you will have personal drive and integrity with the ability to:

- Comply with organisational values and having a shared responsibility for the achievement of team goals and objectives.
- Follow and adhere to detailed plans and procedures.
- Maintain prolonged focus on detailed testing tasks.
- Develop formal test reports and technical advice to a high standard.
- Support the Electromagnetic Test Led to deliver against the organisational strategy.
- Build trust and demonstrate integrity with internal and external stakeholders.
- Solve complex technical problems.