Deputy Systems Engineering Manager

About us

Hanwha Defence Australia (HDA) is a comprehensive defence solution provider, building on the strengths of its portfolio, which includes artillery systems, armoured vehicles, air defence systems, and unmanned ground systems. We are a subsidiary of Hanwha Corporation, the largest and most influential defence corporation in South Korea.

Position Overview:

The Deputy Systems Engineering Manager ensures the deliverables of all systems engineering activities against the project contract. The role requires the hands-on coordination of all engineering disciplines, across HDA and its subcontractors.

The Deputy Systems Engineering Manager is the engineering face to the customer and they must have a complete and detailed understanding of not just the systems engineering process but also ASDEFCON Complex contracting.

Primary Duties:

• Assist the project Engineering team to meet the projects objectives.
• Assist the development, preparation, and on-time delivery of all the project Engineering artefacts.
• Ensures the project engineering activities are completed within agreed schedules and budgets.
• Coaching, mentoring, motivating, and directing the projects Engineering staff.
• Oversee Systems Engineering Process, ensuring that all engineering activities are conducted in accordance with the process and the plan.
• Oversee System Safety and safe engineering work practices are paramount and implemented for the project.
• Conduct regular progress meetings in addition to design/technical meetings and provide reports on systems engineering activities status.
• Engage with the customer and other key stakeholders representing Engineering.
• Work with all contributing parties, including our subcontractors, to ensure the quality of all deliverables and exchanges with the customer are exceptional.
• Other duties as required by the Supervisor.

Note:
The Deputy Systems Engineering Manager might be required to travel to subcontractor and test locations which may be within Victoria, Interstate and Internationally.

Qualifications

Mandatory

• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering.

Desirable

• Post graduate qualifications in Systems Engineering highly desirable.
• Meets Engineers Australia criteria for Chartered Professional Engineer.

Experience

• 10+ years professional experience in Systems Engineering roles within Defence industry, preferably based around delivering complex large-scale programs.

Skills and Key Attributes

• Proven ability to influence technical and project engineers. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. Effective communication and collaboration abilities
• Proven ability to effectively manage relationships and positively resolve disputes with internal/external stakeholders.
• Meticulous approach to work, with the ability to identify potential risks and issues proactively. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work under tight deadlines without compromising quality.
• Flexible and adaptability, as you'll be expected to quickly pivot and respond to changing priorities and dynamic work environments.
• Attention to detail: Meticulous approach to work, with the ability to identify potential risks and issues proactively. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to solicit, support and coordinate efforts of diverse teams of technical and functional experts.

Eligibility

To be successful in this role, you will need to be eligible to obtain an Australian Government Security clearance (must be Australian Citizen). Eligibility criteria can be found at

What we can offer you

• 9-day fortnight (flexible working arrangements).
• Private health insurance benefits.
• Competitive salary package.
• Paid parental leave.
• Defence reservist leave.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Health & wellbeing platform, including Employee Assistance Program.
• Hanwha Defence Australia looks for people who can embrace our three core values of 'Challenge, Dedication, and Integrity' that were established in the spirit of Trust and Loyalty. If you want to work with us on this exciting journey, now is the time to join.

Hanwha Defence Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply. We also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds.

We are a proud supporter of the Veterans' Employment Program and welcomes the interest of ex-service members, veterans and their families.