Engineering Manager - Structures System Design | SA-Osborne Naval Shipyard
| Category: | Engineering |
| Position Type: | Permanent - Full Time |
| Attachments: | No File Attached |
| Application Close Date: | 02-Oct-2023 |
Job description
At BAE Systems Australia
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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
BAE Systems Maritime Australia (formerly known as ASC Shipbuilding), has been contracted to design and deliver nine of the world's most advanced anti-submarine warfare frigates to the Royal Australian Navy. The Hunter Class Frigate Program will create and sustain more than 5,000 jobs across BAE Systems and the wider Australian defence supply chain over the life of the program.
An opportunity now exists for a seasoned senior role as an Engineering Manager - Structures System Design to demonstrate their technical expertise and make a valuable contribution within our Maritime business on the Hunter Class Frigate Program.
This rare position will be offered on a permanent and full time basis and will be based in Osborne Naval Shipyard, South Australia.
We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and/ or hybrid working.
You will be responsible for the oversight of all engineering activities within the Structural Engineering Team. Specifically, this will include the planning and establishment of Programme level engineering infrastructure and resourcing and support the Programme Manager with high level customer management and stakeholder engagement.
In addition, the Engineering Manager - Structures System Design will participate in the review and monitoring of technical aspects of active projects and facilitate the rectification of critical and cross program issues
Key responsibilities include:
- Manage appropriate overall engineering capability needed to deliver the engineering products and services required to achieve design completion of the Hunter Class Frigate.
- In conjunction with direct report Engineering Managers, validate and approve the technical deliverables generated within the Hunter Class Frigate Structural Design team.
- Oversee the technical aspects of major procurement activities within area of responsibility for the Hunter Class Frigate Program.
- Guide development and execution of Programme plans and specific development activities associated with development of Programme products ensuring they are compliant to the Operational Framework and compliant to the safety and security policies
- In conjunction with direct report Engineering Managers, establish Strategic Resource Plans to provide the Engineering capability to deliver engineering solutions both now and into the future.
- Undertake detailed planning and estimating to establish the Work Breakdown Structure, Project Schedule, earned value measurement system, and staffing profile for significant program changes or future programs
- Support and/or execute Design Reviews and Technical Bid Reviews
About YOU
- Bachelor's of Engineering degree (Structural/Mechanical/Mechatronic/Civil/Aerospace)
- Chartered Professional Engineer status required
- Demonstrated prior Engineering Management knowledge and experience with formal Engineering experience
- Proven track record in senior manager roles
- Working knowledge of Defence project environments (Highly Desirable)
- Demonstrated experience in Team Leadership and Team Management of a mid-large sized project
- NV1 clearance or eligibility required
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/maybe> required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances.