Senior Principal Engineer

1 week ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Hays | Defence Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Your new company

Join a cutting-edge defence company that's redefining innovation A highly dynamic national business, committed to pushing the boundaries of technology and design. The team is passionate, forward-thinking, and dedicated to creating groundbreaking solutions.

I am currently working with a company working across multiple areas of expertise in the maritime space, specifically in Electronic Warfare. After significant expansion in the Canberra HQ, they are looking for a Principal Engineer / Senior Principal Engineer to join their growing team. We are seeking engineering professionals to support a range of technical programs across various sectors. The position involves managing engineering documentation, change processes, and system configurations within complex environments.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain configuration and change management plans
  • Establish and control system baselines
  • Conduct audits and assessments related to system integrity
  • Develop and maintain configuration management plans in accordance with Defence standards
  • Establish and control configuration baselines for defence systems and subsystems
  • Conduct configuration audits
  • Prepare, review, and process Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) in accordance with Defence requirements.
  • Conduct impact assessments for proposed engineering changes

What you'll need to succeed

  • Expert-level knowledge of Defence configuration management standards
  • Leadership experience in major Defence programs
  • Strategic planning and process improvement capabilities
  • Mentoring and team leadership experience
  • Experience with Defence capability acquisition and sustainment programs
  • Knowledge of ASDEFCON
  • Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., IBM DOORS, Windchill, TeamCenter)
  • Knowledge of systems engineering standards
  • Current NV1 Clearance

What you'll get in return

You will gain exposure to innovative and advanced technologies, not only delivering on current designs but also be involved in the design and development of new and exciting projects. You will join a team where your ideas and suggestions are valued and considered, allowing you to reach your full engineering and innovative potential. Endless opportunities for professional growth and advancement, a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package as well as working in a dynamic work environment.

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects.
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment.
  • Career growth and development opportunities.

What you need to do now

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