CSI-IPT Combat Systems Navigation and Aviation System Lead

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

The Combat Systems Navigation and Aviation Systems Lead, as part of the Combat Systems Integration (CSI) Integrated Product Team (IPT), operates as part of the broader engineering team within the DDG Combat Systems Test Team. Operating in a collaborative environment with both the customer (CoA) and internally with DDG engineering teams to ensure implementation and verification of the DDG Combat System

More specifically, you will be

• Lead the Combat System (CS) team responsible for the successful verification of Navigation and Aviation Elements.
• Maintain close liaison with the FMS Integrated Test Team (ITT) to ensure continuous operation of the FMS test program
• Develop, maintain and update documentation for the conduct of all activities involving Navigation and Aviation Elements.
• Manage the team that maintains Navigation and Aviation Elements in accordance with approved procedures.
• Ensure the team conducts all activities in accordance with all local processes and procedures
• Prepare for and support the execution of major program milestones such as design reviews, test readiness and system readiness reviews.
• Provide subject matter expertise for Navigation and Aviation Elements to enable rapid resolution of emergent issues.
• Interact with specialty engineering disciplines, including but not limited to: Safety; Human Factors; Cyber; Topside and ILS for the purposes of achieving design assurance and holistic system compliance.

About YOU

• Past exposure in the Integration, Test and Evaluation of CS Products into Naval Platforms or equivalent complex Military Systems having challenging constraints
• Substantial experience working in an engineering project multi-disciplinary environment (preferably within the defence industry)
• Experience in leading a team of Engineers and/or Technical Officers
• Extensive working knowledge or demonstrable understanding in one or more of the C4ISREW or Combat System Warfare Domains (i.e. Anti-Air Warfare, Anti-Submarine Warfare and Anti-Surface Warfare) will be highly regarded.
• Well-developed communication skills including the ability to prepare and present concise oral and written reports, briefings, updates and other documentation to internal and external stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving skills, including ability to provide solutions to a wide range of difficult problems.

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.

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.