Electronics Engineer

at  BAE Systems

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 Electronics Engineer to join our Jindalee Operational Radar Network (JORN) Sustainment program based at Edinburgh Adelaide. This rewarding role will report to the Engineering Team Lead and will be offered on a permanent full time basis. A part time arrangement (minimum 0.6 FTE), will also be considered.
We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia including working a 9-day fortnight.
The JORN has been a part of our nation’s defence landscape for many decades and comprises three Over-The-Horizon-Radar (OTHR) systems to provide surveillance coverage of our northern border. BAE Systems has been awarded the contract to manage the sustainment and upgrade of this 100 percent Australian solution that is strategically important to Australia’s security.

• Design and execute electronics/hardware engineering activities including engineering investigations, technical substitutions, safety actions, development of engineering designs, and participation in technical forums
• Action and complete engineering change tasks, and provide advice to the engineering team and stakeholders on the delivery of engineering change tasks
• Support the process and management of engineering change integration on the systems/equipment
• Collaborate effectively with a range of internal and external stakeholders, maintaining a positive culture within the JORN enterprise
• Produce electronics engineering design documentation and test procedure documentation
• Seek and share good practice and knowledge to continuously improve electronics engineering practices

About YOU

• Extensive electronics engineering experience
• A university degree level engineering qualification in an appropriate discipline – extensive electronics technical experience without a degree will also be considered
• Electronics engineering design and electronics manufacturing experience
• The ability to investigate and resolve engineering technical issues
• Self-motivation, open to new challenges, and the ability to collaborate and communicate well with a variety of stakeholders

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.
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