Configuration Administrator

About Us

Established in 1983, CEA is an Australian company that designs, develops, manufactures and sustains advanced active phased array radar systems. Our design principles and commitment to investment in research and development ensure innovative thinking, technological skill and quality fabrication are at the heart of our business. We collaborate with Defence to develop highly modular and scalable products that have become integral to a broad range of critical Defence capabilities.

The Position

As a Configuration Administrator (Level 1), you will play a central role in supporting the Configuration Management team by providing general administration and operational assistance. You will be responsible for managing and maintaining configuration-related documentation and records, along with providing guidance and support of change management processes to key internal stakeholders including engineers, technicians, project managers, and purchasing and quality teams.

We are seeking a fastidious, organised and charismatic individual who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment. You will have a strong attention to detail with the ability to effectively manage time and resources, and the desire to build the skills, knowledge and internal networks that contribute towards achieving the goals of both the configuration management team and the organisation as a whole.

Key responsibilities:

• Assemble, collate, distribute and maintain records of product design documentation.
• Review and input data, and maintain relevant information within the CEA Configuration system.
• Record the flow of both internal and external configuration management documentation.
• Provide administration assistance and documentation support in relation to configuration management support to other CEA Technologies departments.
• Perform any other reasonable requests as required.

About You

• A proven ability to build and maintain professional and productive working relationships with internal stakeholders that have a technical background.
• Must possess a strong eye for detail, and the ability to develop solid problem solving skills.
• Basic to intermediate Microsoft Office skills, including experience with Microsoft Excel.
• A high level of interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Self-motivated to achieve personal and team goals.
• The ability to work proactively with limited supervision.
• While a specific formal qualification is not required, professional experience in one of the following areas is considered desirable:
• Inventory or Records Management
• Project Management
• Systems Engineering and Analysis
• Technical Production and Assembly

Eligibility

• An Australian Citizen;
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an AGSVA clearance – Negative Vetting 1. The successful candidate MUST be able to obtain clearance prior to commencement.
• ITAR - This position requires employees to access equipment and data that is subject to U.S International Traffic and Arms Regulation (ITAR). As such, applicants must disclose the following information at the time of application.
• Place of Birth
• Countries of current or past citizenship (including any dual citizenship or nationality) and residence,
• Countries of issue for current and past passports and
• Other information related to their nationality for security and ITAR compliance purposes.

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What we offer you

• Competitive Remuneration
• Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year of employment, 10 days more than the 4 weeks (20 days) of annual leave mandated by the National Employment Standards (NES)
• Generous superannuation contribution of 14.0% of your ordinary earnings, a rate 2% higher than the compulsory superannuation guarantee percentage required by applicable legislation
• Free on-site, secure car parking for all Canberra-based employees
• Paid Parental, Compassionate, Defence & Voluntary Emergency Services leave
• Employee Assistance Programs, an onsite counsellor and other employee wellness initiatives
• Access to discounted private health coverage with Defence Health and Navy Health
• Salary Packaging
• Opportunities for Professional Development and efficient Career Progression

How to apply

Click on the 'Apply Now' button below. Please include a current copy of your resume/curriculum vitae and cover letter and complete the screening questions. Applications without these elements will not be considered.

CEA encourages the submissions of early applications as we may review, short-list and/or conduct interviews for this role prior to the closing date.

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at CEA

CEA is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to create a culture where all employees are respected and empowered to contribute positively to our organisation, regardless of their cultural background, age, gender identity, neurodiversity, disability, family and carer commitments, religion or sexuality. We welcome applications from veterans, those returning from a career break, people with disabilities and those who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander.

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