Support System 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 an exciting opportunity for a Support Systems Engineer to join our Combat Systems and Integration line of business reporting to DDG CSI SE & Support Manager. We are flexible in terms of location and will accept applications from SA and VIC.
We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.
You will be responsible for operating as part of the broader engineering team within the DDG Systems Engineering and Support Team. Operating in a collaborative environment with both the customer (CoA) and internally with DDG engineering teams to ensure the synthesis & maturation of the DDG Support System as defined by the DDG Support System interface and specification documentation.

• Prepare for and support the conduct of the mandated system reviews for the Support System
• Provide a substantial level of advice and guidance to a range of stakeholders across the Program with respect to Systems Engineering activities associated with the Support System
• Contribute to/undertake highly complex engineering assignments requiring strong systems engineering knowledge
• Participate in working groups and technical reviews at varying levels with management and customers
• Development of requirements through translation of stakeholder needs
• Contribute to the definition of land based facilities, their planned usage and limitations
• Review Support System documentation
• Support mandated system reviews, as required
• Attend and actively contribute to customer meetings and solutions as required

About YOU

• Significant experience across the systems engineering lifecycle with a strong support system focus, including: requirements definition and analysis methods; test and integration
• Strong communication skills, including technical writing and the ability to develop/publish high-quality artefacts
• Significant experience working with a broad set of internal and external stakeholders and partnering organisations to achieve common goals
• 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
• Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain
• 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.
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