Senior Systems Safety Engineer

Title:
Senior Systems Safety Engineer

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The Opportunity:
KBR's growing Aerospace Team is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Systems Safety Engineer to assist our Canberra-based client.

The Systems Safety Engineer will provide support associated with the System Safety Program and the efficient identification and management of Safety Case issues.

The Systems Safety Engineer will use their specialised knowledge to solve complex and unique problems, and direct daily activities of a business, technical support, or functional support within project controls.

Location: Canberra

Responsibilities:

• Provide assistance in shaping the System Safety Program for the projects within the business area.
• Provide specialist System Safety guidance to address System Safety issues.
• Conduct and participate in System Safety discussions, working groups and ad-hoc meetings as they are scheduled.
• Provide support to review /approval of artefacts developed by other staff within scope and level of Engineering Authority assigned by the COA.
• Provide support to the development of relevant Engineering Tech Work Instructions to ensure compliance with CASG policy / guidance while capturing lessons learnt and best practice.
• Provide Engineering input to the development of the SPO's Strategies and Plans, including policy and procedures.

• Provide reports and other artefacts relating to:

• System Safety Program

• Minutes of working group
• System Safety recommendations
• Certification Plans

As the ideal candidate you will bring:
Essential:

• Provide assistance in shaping the System Safety Program for FAMSPO projects.
• Provide specialist System Safety guidance to address System Safety issues Conduct and participate in System Safety discussions, working groups and ad-hoc meetings as they are scheduled.
• Provide support to plan and execute Configuration Management.
• Provide support to conduct System Safety Requirements Management Provide support to conduct Verification & Validation, Test & Evaluation Management, and Material System definition, and documentation of any project-unique elements in a supplement to the FAMSPO Engineering Management Plan (or subordinate plans).
• Provide reviews of particular elements of supplier provided content prior to, and following, Major System Reviews (MSRs), up to and including technical acceptance.
• Participate in project review meetings, working groups and ad-hoc meetings as scheduled or required.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of Defence Writing standards (Desirable)
• Knowledge of internal Defence processes (Desirable)
• Ability to work autonomously, multi-task and demonstrate an ability to meet demanding milestones. (Highly desirable)

All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active Negative Vetting 1 (NV1) Defence Security Clearance.
Only candidates holding an NV1 Clearance or above should apply.
What we will offer you:

• A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
• Flexible working
• Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
• Paid parental leave
• Income protection
• Corporate rewards
• Salary packaging/Novated leasing
• Employee stock purchase plans
• Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance
• Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways

If you're ready to shape tomorrow, let's get started. Apply Now
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KBR is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive and diverse work environment. We encourage candidates of all abilities to apply.
As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.