ILS Engineer

• Join an internationally recognised world-leading radar and communication systems supplier
• Work with high performing Subject Matter Experts who creatively solve problems together.
• Deliver logistic-engineering services to the Commonwealth and CEA's internal stakeholders.

Providing innovative technology solutions with commitment to strengthen Australia's sovereign defence capability. 

About Us

Established in 1983, CEA is an Australian company that designs, develops, manufactures and sustains advanced active phase array radar systems. Our design principles and commitment to investment in research and development ensure innovative thinking, technological skill and quality fabrication are at the heart of our business. We work in partnership with Defence industry and Government to provide highly modular and scalable products which are integral to a wide range of critical Defence capabilities. 

CEA's benefits include:

• Free Car Parking
• Defence Health premium discounts
• Employee Assistance & well-being programs
• Salary packaging
• Rewards and Recognition
• Group Life Insurance
• Study Assistance and Training

To find out more about us, visit our website: www.cea.com.au

The Position

• The Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Engineer is a critical and influential position within the company, responsible for applying logistic-engineering subject matter expert knowledge and experience across air, land and sea domains to deliver material ILS outcomes for Defence end-users.
• In this position, you will provide logistic-engineering services, data and documentation to internal and external customers, including systems engineers, project managers, product support teams and bids & contracts in response to tender submissions.
• The position is also responsible for planning, controlling and developing customer facing logistic-engineering documentation, performing Logistics Support Analysis (LSA) activities and managing a small team including an ILS Analyst and Technical Writers to achieve company outcomes.

This role is responsible for:

• Developing company ILS strategies, procedures and work instructions; publishing information in the Quality Management System (QMS) where appropriate to standardise methodologies.
• Developing and delivering customer-facing, logistic-engineering documentation identified in Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRL).
• Providing logistic-engineering advice and data in response to tender submissions.
• Representing CEA on logistic-engineering topics during contract negotiations.
• Assist the CEA Training Manager develop operator-maintainer training strategies, training specifications and learning management packages.
• Within area of practice and competence, undertaking additional logistics-engineering activities as directed by senior managers.
• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant engineering or logistics area of practise.
• Relevant logistics-engineering competencies, including analysis and documentation development.
• Five or more years' experience in an acquisition or sustainment organisation.
• Sound understanding of the project lifecycle, ILS standards and practices.
• Ability to anticipate problems in developing, integrating, maintaining and supporting complex systems.
• Ability to analyse and solve problems logically and proactively to meet deadlines.
• Well-developed interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills to interact with diverse groups and individuals.
• Ability to cope with organisational change and demonstrate a high level of personal drive and resilience.

Highly Desirable

• Ten or more years' experience in a Defence or Defence Industry acquisition or sustainment organisation.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, in particular quality review of documentation.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office - MS Excel.

Eligibility

To be eligible for this position you must be:

• Eligible to obtain and maintain an AGSVA clearance - Negative Vetting 1

The successful candidate MUST be able to obtain a clearance prior to commencement. 

How to apply

Click on the 'Apply Now' button below. Please include a current copy of your resume/curriculum vitae and complete the screening questions. Applications without these elements will not be considered. 

CEA encourages the submissions of early applications as we may review, short-list and/or conduct interviews for this role prior to the closing date. 
For any questions, contact us at [email protected]

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at CEA

CEA is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to create a culture where all employees are respected and empowered to contribute positively to our organisation, regardless of their cultural background, age, gender identity, neurodiversity, disability, family and carer commitments, religion or sexuality. We welcome applications from veterans, those returning from a career break, people with disabilities and those who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander. 

Should you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know. You can also email [email protected] for a confidential discussion.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

CEA Technologies was established in 1983 by two former Naval Officers with a goal of creating a centre of excellence for the design and support of systems for the Australian Defence Force. From the outset, CEA Technologies was based on the provision of uncompromising design principles and robust through life system support, this philosophy became an enduring driver of CEA's business.

"Solutions with Commitment" was established as a pivotal tenet of CEA practices and remains the company's primary driver in business conduct ensuring that the company continues to be at the forefront of innovation. Throughout its brief history CEA's achievements have continued to accumulate resulting in the company growing to become an internationally recognised, world-leading radar and communication systems supplier.

The company continually endeavours to expand its reach into the international market and successfully exports to the USA, Europe, the Middle East and Pacific countries. A steady and continuous corporate growth has resulted in a corporate staff exceeding 270 people located across its four facilities in Australia (Adelaide, Canberra [HQ], Melbourne and Perth) and one in the USA.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

CORPORATE PROFILE

CEA Technologies was established in 1983 by two former Naval Officers with a goal of creating a centre of excellence for the design and support of systems for the Australian Defence Force. From the outset, CEA Technologies was based on the provision of uncompromising design principles and robust through life system support, this philosophy became an enduring driver of CEA's business.

"Solutions with Commitment" was established as a pivotal tenet of CEA practices and remains the company's primary driver in business conduct ensuring that the company continues to be at the forefront of innovation. Throughout its brief history CEA's achievements have continued to accumulate resulting in the company growing to become an internationally recognised, world-leading radar and communication systems supplier.

The company continually endeavours to expand its reach into the international market and successfully exports to the USA, Europe, the Middle East and Pacific countries. A steady and continuous corporate growth has resulted in a corporate staff exceeding 270 people located across its four facilities in Australia (Adelaide, Canberra [HQ], Melbourne and Perth) and one in the USA.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

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