GNC Algorithm Engineer | VIC-Melbourne
| Category: | Engineering |
| Position Type: | Permanent - Full Time |
| Attachments: | No File Attached |
| Application Close Date: | 20-Sep-2024 |
Job description
Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC) Algorithm Engineer
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 two exciting opportunities for an Algorithm Engineer to join our program based at either Richmond or Ed Parks, reporting to the MQ28a Ghost Bat GNC Lead.
We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.
You will be part of the MQ28a Ghost Bat project team. The MQ28a Ghost Bat is an affordable, semi-autonomous, un-crewed air vehicle developed in partnership with Boeing.
You will be responsible for working for the GNC Team Lead alongside subject matter experts in the fields of control systems and their application to Unmanned Air Vehicles (UAV's).
Key responsibilities include:
- Utilising your existing control systems knowledge in concert with BAE Systems established GNC engineering practices to develop bespoke control solutions for the MQ28a Ghost Bat.
- Development of models and simulations of complex vehicles and systems.
- Liaise with the customer and supplier stakeholders in support of model development and validation.
- Develop and document requirements and verification activities for both models and control systems.
- Perform system engineering activities including requirements management, candidate solution development, system design, system analysis, integration, system tests, acceptance tests and certification.
- Perform configuration and change management on developed work products.
- Support field trial activities in remote locations.
About YOU
- Bachelors in Engineering.
- Working experience with MATLAB, Python and Simulink.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team.
- For one of the roles we are looking for approx. 2 years of work experience in an engineering role and for the other we are looking for approx. 4 years of relevant engineering experience.
- Exposure to aerospace engineering, aerodynamics and control systems.
- Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain.
- 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.
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.