Combat Systems Integration Engineers – Intermediate and Senior Positions

The Role:It's never been a more exciting time to be joining Navantia Australia, one of Australia's leading companies in the Maritime and Defence industry.Due to Navantia Australia's ongoing success, we have exciting opportunities for Combat Systems Integration Engineers at all levels to join the team out of its Garden Island, Sydney office. Operating under the Design Support Contractor (DSC) contract, you role will be to support the delivery of combat systems integration projects and tasks for RAN ships. Responsibility includes the provision of engineering services, technical advice, investigations and solution development for the platform integration elements of the following (where applicable):• Combat Management Systems and Sensors (e.g. Radars and surveillance systems, Tactical Data Links)• Weapons and Sensor Systems (e.g. missile and gun systems, countermeasures, fire control systems, etc.)• Communications Systems and Sensors (e.g. terrestrial and satellite radio systems, Intercom, telephone and switching systems, IP networks and LANs, etc.)• Navigation Systems and Sensors (e.g. ECDIS, Navigation Radars, Inertial Navigation and gyroscopes, etc.)• Entertainment and Training Systems (e.g. Internet at Sea, Satellite TV, Entertainment systems and distribution, etc.)Your responsibilities will include:Provide high level of engineering technical competence based on relevant experience and knowledge.Complete combat system integration design activities for naval ship systems, applying robust systems engineering process.Undertake technical investigations, root cause analysis and solution identification.Undertake platform integration (including consideration of whole-of-ship and compartment integration, cabling, HVAC, electrical, weight, etc.) of combat systems to the ship platform systems.Deliver technical reports and technical documentation in accordance with established Navantia andcustomer standards.Work effectively within the broader Navantia Engineering Team to engage with different engineering disciplines in the development of new naval ship system designs.Plan and coordinate assigned engineering projects from concept through to delivery, including thedevelopment of project plans, schedule and engagement of internal and external stakeholders.Plan and administer design coordination meetings with engineering project stakeholders.Plan and administer Design Review meetings with the Client.Provide mentoring and support to junior engineers, as applicable.As the ideal candidate, you will have:Bachelor's degree ‐ Engineering (Electrical / Electronics / Mechatronics)Proven skills and experience in a related engineering function.Experience in a technical and industrial Defence environment.Demonstrated understanding of relevant combat system and communications systems and technology.Project Management, including management of task schedule, resourcing, budget and progress monitoring and reporting.Strong interpersonal skills.Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning, listening and decision-making skills.Demonstrated ability to deliver results in a high-pressure environment.Ability to manage, prioritise and complete multiple tasks concurrently.Ability to communicate effectively and build positive relationships at all levels of the business and Clients.Australian Citizenship.What it's like to work with Navantia AustraliaNavantia Australia plays a key part in the Australian government's Naval Shipbuilding Plan, we are committed to growing Australia's shipbuilding and sustainment capability and we want you to grow your career with us. We recognise that it's our people who are our greatest asset and are committed to giving all employees the opportunity to grow their skills, gain valuable experience, develop professionally, and work on exciting diverse projects. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer and embrace culture of corporate diversity and workplace innovation.We provide a range of benefits including:Company Paid Parental Leave (12 weeks Primary Carer / 2 weeks Secondary Carer)Navantia Australia Flexible Work Policy (Up to 2 days per week Work From Home)Company paid Defence Reservist Leave – 4 weeksEmployee Discounts Portal offering discounts from major retailersSalary sacrifice for SuperannuationNovated LeaseTraining opportunities​​​​​​​Spanish language classesQuarterly Employee Achievement AwardCompany paid shuttle bus from Garden Island < > Kings Cross StationWeekly fruit boxes all sitesEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)About Us:Navantia Australia specialises in project management, engineering services and through life support in the naval shipbuilding domain. We provide the Royal Australian Navy (Navy) with cross platform solutions through our heritage and evolved capability as an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and our platform integration expertise.As the designer and through participation in the Destroyer Guided Missile (DDG), Auxiliary Oiler Replenishment (AOR), Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) and LHD Landing Craft (LLC) programs, Navantia Australia has been a vital part of interesting, innovative and cutting-edge shipbuilding and sustainment activities. Navantia Australia also supports the Navy through provision of design compliant and product agnostic engineering upgrades to meet demands for capability advancements to accommodate for new and emerging threats.