Senior Electrical and Electronics Engineer | SA-Edinburgh Parks

Job Description

• All Systems GO! Be part of the next generation of defence technology
• Interesting challenges and stimulating technical work
• Enjoy flexibility, engaging work and a culture that embraces diversity and open-mindedness

At BAE Systems we are all systems go as we continue to drive innovation and seek passionate and talented people to join our business. We currently have an exciting opportunity as Senior Electrical & Electronics Engineer within our Battlespace Integrated Systems business unit based at SA-Edinburgh Parks.

What this opportunity will mean for you:

• Purposeful work where your efforts are recognised in an environment where you can thrive
• Joining an organisation that is passionate about developing some of the most impressive careers in the world
• Industry-leading flexibility options to unlock the talent and diversity of every individual
• Unique opportunities to contribute to programs of national significance whilst growing your skills
• A strong safety culture, inclusive teams and work to be proud of, underpinned by a compelling set of values

Your new role:

As the Senior Electrical & Electronics Engineer you will work with the various projects across Technical and Engineering Services to collectively deliver their responsibilities for the supply of Electrical/Electronic Engineering. You will be accountable for the design and development of electronic/electrical systems and/or equipment in accordance with the contractual and Company requirements in order to achieve the required business performance.

Reporting to the Team Lead - Electrical/Electronics you will:

• Provide technical and domain knowledge guidance to the Technical and Engineering Services Engineering team
• Derive electronic/electrical system requirements, define the test requirements and participate in system design and electronic system requirements reviews
• Develop hardware candidate solutions against requirements including their optimisation and present the solution in design reviews
• Undertake functional analysis to identify the optimum solution against a set of requirements
• Develop optimised electronic/electrical system detail designs and present the designs in design reviews
• Undertake electronic/electrical system detailed design analysis to identify the optimum design for the defined electronic system architecture
• Undertake the translation of the electronic/electrical system design into a manufacturable product and incorporate design for manufacture factors
• Undertake the integration and validation of complex electronic/electrical system designs with challenging physical and functional properties

About you

As an ideal applicant for this opportunity, you'll have:

• Electronic and/or electrical engineering or technology degree qualified or equivalent experience and satisfying the requirements for membership of the Institute of Engineers Australia
• Significant demonstrated experience within the hardware engineering discipline
• Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary environment
• Experience in being responsible for the development of electronic/electrical equipment designs, participation in design reviews, undertaking typical design analyses and implementation of hardware solutions, its integration, validation, qualification testing and delivery and support
• Sound knowledge, understanding and application of systems engineering
• Ability to negotiate and influence internal and/or external stakeholders in a way which generates business benefit whilst maintaining key relationships

Research shows that some candidates hesitate to apply for roles if they feel they don't meet 100% of the criteria. So, if this opportunity excites you and you have the right foundational experience and qualifications, we encourage you to apply. Whether it be for this role or another, your skills and competencies are of interest to us.

Clearances

As Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearance.

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

Further information regarding clearances is available at:https://careers.au.baesystems.com/opportunity.html

Applications should be addressed to: Ammar Bakos, Talent Acquisition Specialist- Engineering and made online here. Confidential enquiries are welcome via email: ammar.bakos@baesystems.com

Please be aware that pursuant to different State government health directions, vaccination mandates regarding your ability to attend our Company sites may be applicable. Please be prepared to discuss your vaccination status with our recruiters as part of the recruitment process.

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Our culture

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment where our people can thrive. For us that means ensuring that the voices and talents of our employees are valued and that everyone has a sense of belonging. We do not tolerate discrimination because of differences, such as age, ability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, or sexual orientation.

If you would like to know more information about how we are supporting our employees, you can view our policies and initiatives via this link.

To learn about other employment opportunities at BAE Systems, please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au