Design Zone Delivery Lead

At BAE Systems Australia

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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 have an exciting opportunity for a Design Zone Delivery Lead to join our Hunter Class Frigate program

The Design Zone Delivery Lead will be responsible for driving successful and timely outcomes of engineering outputs and design review requirements. They will focus on cross functional integration, planning and driving issue resolution through relevant Engineering Managers across the HCF design teams.

Key responsibilities include:

• Driving the Design Zone to completion and incorporating Mod Packs as required.
• Owning and managing the Design Zone Plan through the Zonal (Zx) reviews and onto Mod Pack Entry/Exit.
• Integration across Engineering Design teams, Supply Chain, Production and Chief Engineers Office to resolve and prevent issues impacting the delivery of the Design Zone outputs.
• Driving to completion all engineering deliverables to ensure a successful Zx reviews and Mod Pack Entry for given design zones.
• Development of a Design Zone Delivery Plan, inclusive of Mod Pack Scope, identification of Risks and mitigation actions.
• Management of Change of within their Design Zones, including assessment of the impact of change to the Design Zones and agreement of Change Embodiment timelines.
• Coordination with Engineering Managers across multiple functions to drive & facilitate resolution of technical issues.

About YOU

• Extensive engineering experience in a relevant discipline
• A university degree level engineering qualification in an appropriate discipline
• Demonstrated experience in development and execution of strategic plans relating to product and/or engineering development
• Strong leadership experience working with multi-discipline teams to delivery outcomes in accordance with the agreed plan
• The ability to engage effectively with customers, coach and provide guidance, and the ability to develop effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders
• Proven ability to investigate and resolve issues, self-starter and able to work well autonomously and collaboratively in a team environment

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don't tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.
We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and/ or hybrid working.

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.

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.

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Clearances
As a Defence security clearance is 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.

International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information.