Maintenance Technician (Electronics) ATCOM Technical Officer | NSW-Nowra Facility

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 Maintenance Technician to join our Air Traffic Control (ATC) Operation Maintenance (OM) team based at HMAS Albatross ATC Nowra, NSW.

As an ATCOM Technical Officer you will be part of a small team responsible for servicing and maintaining ATC Systems. e.g. Radios, Navigational Aids, RADAR Systems, Data Processing/Display, Data distribution and other ATC related Ancillary systems.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting scheduled Preventative and Corrective Maintenance on all ATC Systems at HMAS Albatross.
• Fault finding and diagnosis utilising a variety of modern specialised test equipment.
• Review and maintain technical documentation and processes.
• Maintenance data entry including maintenance planning and forecasting as appropriate.
• Comply with Defence maintenance reporting requirements through the authorised reporting web portal to comply with AMO requirements.

About YOU

• Minimum Certificate III in Electronics/Communications.
• Extensive Electronics technical experience, electronics fault finding deep level diagnosis, repair, overhaul and maintenance of complex electronic and electro-mechanical equipment and/or similar.
• Radar frequency and RF Communication experience.
• Well organised, self starting, highly motivated and the ability to work effectively autonomously, in a team environment and with a variety of stakeholders.
• Have the ability to undertake routine activities without immediate supervision on occasion.
• Be able to provide technical input to the team and be team orientated.
• Have high levels of verbal and written communication.
• Defence security NV1 clearance or eligibility to obtain
• A background in Defence aviation is desirable

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 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.