Structural Engineer | SA-OSBORNE, BLD 01 LEVEL 2

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 an exciting opportunity for a Production Support Senior Structural Engineer to join our Hunter Class Program based at Osborne – South Australia, reporting to the Engineering Manager/Lead Engineer.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.

You will be responsible for providing structural engineering services to support Production and resolve Shipbuilding issues. The role also requires a technical interface with the broader engineering team, production, sustainment and procurement personnel and external suppliers. The role may also require a technical interface with the Customer at events such as design reviews. Provides senior leadership and subject matter expertise and management and development of the technical team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Support and coordinate production queries and respond to them in a timely manner after conducting necessary structural assessments
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to structural engineering activities and occasionally lead a team of structural engineering staff as required
• Provide an interface between project team and management and customer representatives
• Manage structural tasks of assigned projects in accordance with budget, schedule and priority
• Interpret technical documents, instructions and engineering drawings where necessary and liaise with both internal and external stakeholders as required ensuring their requirements are adequately supported, as well as effectively utilise the expertise of fellow senior/specialist engineers for the benefit of the project
• Attend project meetings, design reviews and peer review project documents as required
• Support internal stakeholders where required to drive improvements in processes, quality and cost for production whilst maintaining design intent
• Undertake site inspections and verifications as required
• Ensure all documents and artefacts generated within own sphere of responsibility are completed and managed in accordance with appropriate standard procedures and work instructions including compliance with the required product change management and quality control processes

About YOU

• Civil/Naval Architecture/Aerospace/Mechanical degree qualified and satisfying the requirements for membership of the Institute of Engineers Australia
• Chartered Professional Engineer status (Engineers Australia) or commitment to obtain the same
• Must be eligible to apply for Australian Defence Security Clearance NV1 & NSSIC
• Significant experience as a professional Engineer, with demonstrated experience in structural engineering as a professional Engineer, preferably within Naval/ Maritime Industry
• Demonstrated experience gained in resolving structural related production issues, participation in design reviews, undertaking typical design analyses and implementation of solutions, their integration, validation, qualification testing and supporting production
• Experience with Finite Element Analysis of structures (desirable) specifically, Hyperworks package
• Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic In Arms (ITAR) regulations

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. 

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families.  We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

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.

Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. 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.

International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information.