Project Engineer | SA-DSTG
| Category: | Engineering |
| Position Type: | Permanent - Full Time |
| Attachments: | No File Attached |
| Application Close Date: | 01-Sep-2025 |
Job description
At BAE Systems Australia
- Do interesting work that MATTERS
- ENJOY what you do
- GROW your career
- Be YOU
We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.
Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.
About the OPPORTUNITY
We have a great opportunity for a Project Engineer to join our Jindalee Operational Radar Network (JORN) Program based at Ed Parks, Adelaide
We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.
As Project Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring that the technical, cost and schedule goals associated with your allocated Delivery Stream or MPAAHS projects / tasks are achieved in accordance with the agreed requirements of the JORN Sustainment program.
The Sustainment Capability team comprises three Delivery Stream teams, each led by a PM, overseeing different functional or grouped projects within the JORN technical work scope under the Rolling Annual Program of Work (RAPW). These projects include Power and Electrical, Facilities & Hardware and Software / Information Communication Technology / Hardware.
Working across all aspects of projects that support the Engineering Lead and Delivery Stream PM in achieving the RAPW goals and targets for the Delivery Stream. You will be joining the BIS Battlespace Integrated Solutions Line of Business, which is responsible for supporting the $1.2 billion upgrade of the Jindalee Operational Radar Network (JORN) to ensure that Australia remains a world leader in maritime and air defence Over the Horizon Radar (OTHR) systems
Key responsibilities include:
- Provide support as required to the Delivery Stream PM with budget planning and forecasting
- Manage and deliver Delivery Stream allocated projects within approved budget, schedule and quality including achieving the performance target set.
- Support projects through the complete engineering lifecycle — from problem report, planning, design, and incorporation to final product approval.
- Complete/Close out projects in accordance with applicable and project specific design change policies, procedures and work instructions.
- Management of allocated tasks including bidding, delivering of early engineering design and close out of technical support network with all stakeholders.
- Direct and monitor performance of contractors, designers and other members of the TSN in order to meet the requirements of their allocated Delivery Stream and tasks.
- Develop high-level system requirements and system design to JORN specifications.
- Conduct safety walks, process confirmations and support the implementation of safety improvements and initiatives.
About YOU
- A degree in Electrical, Electronic or Software Engineering
- Demonstrated experience within the Electrical Engineering discipline with working experience in the technical design and development of Electrical engineering projects.
- Experience in Engineering Process, Methods, Tools and Infrastructure
- Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders and build highly effective working relationships.
- Ability to work effectively in a project team environment
- Ability to adhere to schedule and financial boundaries
- An existing Australian Defence Security Clearance or the ability to meet the application requirements.
We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidate 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 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.
We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.
We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.
As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant
To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au
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.
