Mechatronics/Electronics Engineer

• Edinburgh Parks, South Australia
• Apply your talent where it counts
• Defence industry leader with flexible work practices and an emphasis on-going career development
• Enjoy flexibility, innovation focus and interesting work within a strong team culture

We've come a long way in over 65 years of operation in Australia.  On top of a strong underlying business, having been selected to deliver the next generation of advanced anti-submarine warships, the JORN Phase 6 radar upgrade and sustainment program and as a tier 1 F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program partner, the future is bright for our more than 4,000 employees. 

In terms of our culture, it's inclusive and safety focused.  We call it an ‘everyone culture'.  For us that means ensuring that the voices and talents of every employee are valued and that everyone has a sense of belonging. It also means providing a family friendly, flexible and supportive place to work. 

Apply your talent where it counts as a Mechatronics/Electronics Engineer in our team in Mawson Lakes, Adelaide.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a committed Mechatronics/Electronics Engineer to perform an integral role for the Periscope In-Service Support team.  This rewarding position will be offered on a permanent and full time basis.

Reporting to the Submarine Systems Engineering Manager, the Mechatronics/Electronics works as a contributory member of the Periscope Support Team and is primarily responsible for design, development and fault investigation of Periscope Electro/Mechanical Systems and supporting test equipment.

This opportunity will see you:

• Support electro-mechanical systems fault investigation on the Periscope system
• Support the assembly, integration and testing of the Periscope electro-mechanical system and equipment including its configuration management
• Utilise test tools to undertake test, integration and verification including diagnosing problems and analysing results
• Support metric collection for the Periscope team
• Undertake electro-mechanical system and equipment requirements analysis and participate in requirements reviews
• Develop electro-mechanical system and equipment architectural designs to meet an established set of requirements, including participating in architectural design reviews
• Undertake typical functional analysis to determine the strengths and weaknesses candidate electro-mechanical system and equipment solutions
• Undertake the translation of the electro-mechanical system and equipment design into a manufacturable solution and incorporate required changes
• Utilise design capture and analysis tools effectively to produce high quality designs and products including interpretation of analysis results

About you

As an ideal applicant for this opportunity, you'll have:

• Demonstrated mechatronics or electronics engineering experience
• A relevant engineering degree satisfying the requirements for membership of the Institute of Engineers Australia
• Strong computer and Microsoft Office Suite skills
• A flexible and proactive approach and be driven to improve current processes and solve problems

Don't meet every criteria listed above?  Don't worry. Providing you have the right foundational experience and qualifications, we encourage you to apply.  Whether it be for this role or another, your skills and competencies are of interest to us.

As Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearance.  To learn more about clearances, visit http://www.defence.gov.au/agsva/FAQ/clearance-subject.asp

International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

Further information regarding clearances is available at: https://careers.au.baesystems.com/opportunity.html

Applications should be addressed to: Kon Yiannikopoulos, Talent Acquisition Specialist – Engineering.  Whilst applications must be made online, confidential enquiries are very welcome via email: kon.yiannikopoulos@baesystems.com

We welcome and strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders for these opportunities.  An inclusive culture and an exciting, supportive career opportunity awaits.  We are also proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women. If you would like to know more information about how we are supporting our employees, you can view our policies and initiatives here: https://tinyurl.com/Work180BAE-Systems-Australia

To learn about other employment opportunities at BAE Systems, please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au

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