Senior Systems 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 groundbreaking 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 an exciting opportunity for a Senior Systems Engineer to join our Surveillance & Communications Program based at Adelaide & Melbourne, reporting to the Systems Engineering Lead. We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and/or hybrid working. We are building something extraordinary in the High Frequency (HF) technology space and are looking for a Systems Engineer to join us on this journey. This is your chance to be part of a pioneering project that pushes the boundaries of communications technology. You will be responsible for working with other members of the Systems Team, in support of the Systems Engineering Lead. You will also work with the other project design (software, hardware, mechanical, etc.) Engineers and support teams to ensure a systems-orientated, integrated approach to the project engineering development and verification activities. Key responsibilities include: Provide senior systems engineering input across all stages of the product life cycle, from requirements elicitation through to integration, test and acceptance. Determine appropriate requirement sets for use in HF products Utilise domain, discipline and systems engineering knowledge to enable, support and deliver products robustly, demonstrating they meet their requirements and are fit for purpose. Perform analyses to define and characterise the system and its components. Create test plans and procedures in support of the system verification and validation program. Provide support to the product integration team, and direct or conduct factory acceptance test activities within the local test facilities (located in Adelaide and Melbourne). Provide direction on systems engineering best practice to determine required outputs and successfully achieve project outcomes. Provide mentoring and guidance to more junior team members. Create and manage systems engineering artefacts within the Jazz suite of requirements management tools (DOORS Next and ETM) and Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tool Cameo Systems Modeler. About YOU A University degree level engineering qualification preferably within a Systems, Electronics, Software or Mechatronics discipline. Demonstrated systems engineering experience coupled with engineering experience in a relevant discipline. Proven ability to function confidently within a project team environment with demonstrated problem solving skills. Excellent communication skills and ability to work well within a team environment or autonomously. Ability to partner with and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to obtain the necessary deliverables. Experience with MBSE – Model Based Systems Engineering – is considered desirable. Experience mentoring or directing tasking for junior engineers is beneficial. Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain NV1 Clearance. 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. 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: 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr