Fe Structural Analyst

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We work in a thriving sector - one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.
Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

About the OPPORTUNITY
We currently have a new opportunity as a FE Structural Analyst within our ASC Shipbuilding Business based in Melbourne, Victoria.
The FE Structural Analyst is responsible for providing structural engineering services that are accurate, safe, on time, to budget, and to approved standards for the development or modification of structural equipment, systems and/ or materials.

**Your new role**:

- Provide technical leadership to structural engineering activities conducted by a team under Hunter project.
- Provide an interface between project team and management and customer representatives.
- Develop alternative concepts to structural problems and undertake structural optimised designs to meet project requirements and in accordance with applicable Standards and Design Directives.
- Undertake checking design artefacts undertaken by fellow team members.
- Conduct safe designs and bring to the attention of line manager if any safety issues, noticed in the performance and functioning of the system.
- Manage structural tasks of assigned projects in accordance with budget, schedule and priority.
- Effectively utilise the expertise of fellow senior/specialist engineers for the benefit of the project.
- Attend project meetings, design reviews and peer review project documents as required.
- Provide regular status information to the relevant supervisors and project authorities as required.
- Ensure the products are production friendly and incorporate post design changes as required from production department or client.
- Attend and coordinate production queries and respond them in a timely manner after conducting necessary structural assessments.
- Undertake site inspections and verifications as required.
- Ensure all documents and artefacts generated within own sphere of responsibility are completed and managed in accordance with appropriate standard procedures and work instructions including compliance with the required product change management and quality control processes.

**About you**:

- Civil/Naval Architecture/Aerospace/Mechanical degree qualified and satisfying the requirements for membership of the Institute of Engineers Australia.
- Chartered Professional Engineer status (Engineers Australia) or commitment to obtain the same
- Significant experience as a professional Engineer, with demonstrated experience in structural engineering as a professional Engineer, preferably within Naval/ Maritime Industry
- Demonstrated experience gained in developing structural design, structural design, participation in design reviews, undertaking typical design analyses and implementation of solutions, their integration, validation and qualification testing.
- Experience with Finite Element Analysis of structures (highly desirable) specifically, Hyperworks package (desirable)
- Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic In Arms (ITAR) regulations

About US
You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.
Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.
As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.
We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.
As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant
Clearances
As a Defence security clearance required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances.
Further information regarding security clearances.