Aviation Safety/Airworthiness Engineer | NSW-RAAF Base Williamtown
| Category: | Engineering |
| Position Type: | Permanent - Full Time |
| Attachments: | No File Attached |
| Application Close Date: | 15-Oct-2024 |
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 a new opportunity for an Aviation Safety/Airworthiness Engineer to join our Aerospace business on the Hawk Lead-in Fighter (LIF) aircraft program. This key position will report to the Airworthiness Manager, be offered on a permanent full time basis, and will be situated in either Williamtown (Newcastle), New South Wales or Pearce RAAF Base in Bullsbrook, Perth.
The Hawk Lead-In Fighter is the world's most successful advanced military jet trainer aircraft built on more than 35 years of fast jet training experience. More than 1,000 aircrafts have operated across 18 countries, preparing more than 20,000 pilots for life in a fast-jet cockpit. In 2022, BAE Systems Australia welcomed a $1.5 billion Hawk Lead-In Fighter contract extension that will continue to train Australia's frontline fighter pilots through to 2031.
Key responsibilities include:
- Collaborate with the airworthiness team to investigate aircraft airworthiness/safety engineering technical queries/issues and provide recommendations and resolutions
- Collaborate effectively with a range of internal and external stakeholders, maintaining a positive culture within the HAWK Hawk Lead-in Fighter (LIF) aircraft enterprise
- Prepare special technical instructions and/or other actions in response to airworthiness/safety engineering technical information reviews
- Contribute to airworthiness system safety plans and processes, along with the identification and assessment of hazards
- Act as a point of contact for airworthiness/safety engineering related matters and provide technical leadership and guidance on activities
- Undertake airworthiness engineering activities and judgements in accordance with program processes and Defence Aviation Safety Regulations to meet the agreed operational needs of the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF)
- Seek and share good practice and knowledge to continuously improve airworthiness engineering practices
- Conduct airworthiness/safety engineering technical information reviews, determine applicability, define any necessary actions and manage implementations
About YOU
- Extensive aviation engineering, or airworthiness engineering or aviation systems safety experience
- A university degree level engineering qualification in an appropriate discipline
- Self-motivation, well organised, and the ability to collaborate and communicate well with a variety of stakeholders
- Good technical writing skills and the ability to produce effective technical reports
- Experience/knowledge of Aviation safety regulations, Defence Aviation Safety Authority (DASA) or Civil Aviation Regulations (CASA/EASA), will be highly regarded
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.