Test And Support Officer

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Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and ground breaking technology.
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About the OPPORTUNITY –
We have a great opportunity for a Test and Support Officer to join our Defence Delivery team, specifically working as part of the Nulka Program based full time onsite at Orchard Hills, NSW – Defence Establishment.
You will be reporting to the Site Lead.
Nulka – Google it
You will have a critical role within a team providing Nulka Electronic Decoy Cartridge (EDC) Production and Maintenance to support our Department of Defence Customer.
In your new role as Test and Support Officer, you will with minimal supervision, provide technical support, conduct critical testing, diagnose and resolve technical problems, repair/maintain equipment, contribute to technical documentation, and to performance systems and equipment analysis.
Your core tasks and activities will include:
* Conduct or coordinate inwards inspection and testing of Nulka EDC components - Nulka Configured Items (CI).
* Maintain facility calibration records within Maximo (Computerised Maintenance Management System) and initiate calibration activities
* Conduct activities around Maximo as required to support Work Order process.
* Maintain the facility GFx ensuring control and serviceability of STTE, equipment, test equipment and tooling
* Provide support to engineering investigations and related activities
* Business Quality Assurance delegations
This role will also see you:
Perform Nulka EDC Production or Maintenance activity as required to back up capability
Become familiar with the technical workings of the BAE Systems facility information systems and infrastructure to provide technical assistance as directed.
Provide support to engineering investigations and related activities
About YOU
Experience working in Defence or Defence Industry is highly regarded with relevant experience in coordinating and undertaking testing and calibration activities, planned maintenance activities etc.
Competency in use of ATE and/or other sophisticated electronic testing equipment
Efficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications and general IT systems
Strong regard for safety, security and quality
At minimum, a current NV1 Clearance with ability to attain NV2 Clearance
Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic in Arms (ITAR) regulations
Eligibility to obtain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)
Experience in Explosive Ordnance (EO) is desirable but not mandatory
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.
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.
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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.
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